In Ukraine, they want to introduce a state of emergency. The corresponding decision was made by the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine. But it did not affect the Donetsk and Luhansk people's republics.

State of emergency

“Regarding the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, there is a separate regime there, it is regulated by our legislation today, they are located in a slightly different legal zone. Therefore, a state of emergency is not introduced there, unfortunately, it (the state of emergency) was introduced there a long time ago, starting in 2014,” said NSDC Secretary Alexei Danilov at a briefing.

The state of emergency is introduced for 30 days, but this decision must be supported by the Ukrainian parliament within 48 hours.

In addition, the duration of the state of emergency can be extended up to 60 days. Depending on the situation, in different regions of Ukraine, measures will be tightened or softened.

According to Danilov, if necessary, martial law can also be instantly introduced throughout the country.

“Now there is no such decision, but we are ready for any things ... We clearly understand all the processes that are taking place in the territories of the Russian Federation that border us. We clearly understand all the processes that are taking place in Belarus, there are exercises going on there, they have extended them. We monitor all this and understand what is happening there. In the event of an invasion on the territory of our country, martial law will be immediately introduced,” the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council explained.

Back to news | At the same time, he believes that there is no need for general mobilization. The Ukrainian leader announced his decision during a video message.

“Today there is no need for global mobilization. We need to quickly complete the Ukrainian army and other military formations. I have issued a decree on calling up reservists during a special period. I emphasize that we are talking exclusively about citizens enlisted in the operational reserve," Zelensky said.

According to him, an investment fund to help the Ukrainian army will be created. The President of Ukraine also intends to launch a program of "economic patriotism", according to which the authorities will reduce taxes and the number of inspections for businesses and banks, as well as VAT on gasoline and diesel fuel.

Danilov explained that 36,000 reservists would be drafted into the Ukrainian army.

“These are people in the majority who have already gone through the front, they understand what is at stake. Depending on where there will be a need to use them, this is a question for the military, where certain military personnel will be used,” the NSDC Secretary emphasized.

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Martial law

Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk said earlier that Ukraine is ready for any development of events, including the introduction of martial law and a state of emergency.

“Of course, we are in control of the situation that is happening in the Russian Federation ... We are ready for any development of events, including what you asked about, the introduction of special states (military and emergency - ed.) in Ukraine. The procedure for their introduction is clearly spelled out in the legislation, this must be preceded by a presidential decree, which will be considered and approved by the Rada. But I really hope that we will not get to this, because Ukraine has never been a supporter of the military path, ”Stefanchuk said at a press conference on Monday.

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Independence of the DPR and LPR

On the evening of February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in a video message that the Russian Federation would recognize the independence of the Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics. The head of state also instructed to ensure the maintenance of peace in the republics of Donbass.

Russia has concluded treaties of friendship, cooperation and mutual assistance with the people's republics, which involve partnership in the field of defense.

The West has sharply condemned the recognition of the sovereignty of the DNR and LNR. American leader Joe Biden announced that the United States views these events as the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The United States and its allies have announced new sanctions against the Russian Federation, which come into force on February 23.

What is a state of emergency

A state of emergency is a special legal regime. If it is introduced, state authorities, military command or local governments will be endowed with special powers. According to the constitution of Ukraine, the state of emergency is introduced by the president by his decree, but it must be approved by the Verkhovna Rada within two days. Proposals to declare a state of emergency are submitted to the President by the National Security and Defense Council.

During the state of emergency, a special regime of entry and exit will be introduced throughout Ukraine, and freedom of movement and transport will be restricted. He can be inspected. They will also strengthen the protection of public order and facilities that ensure the livelihoods of the population. In Ukraine, there will be a ban on holding strikes, meetings, rallies, street processions and demonstrations and other mass events.

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