Ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine would not end martial law — Defense Committee

He made this statement on Radio Svoboda.

“A ceasefire does not mean the lifting of martial law. Martial law can only be lifted when the threats outlined in the law on the legal regime of martial law disappear. The mere fact of a temporary ceasefire does not eliminate the threats that led to the introduction of martial law,” the MP said.

According to Venislavskyi, given the “mental state” of Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Ukrainians should be prepared for any possible developments.

He believes that the timing of a potential cancellation of martial law depends on several factors, including the withdrawal of Russian troops, security guarantees, and the outcomes of international negotiations.

“However, I cannot predict the timing at all right now. It depends on a whole range of factors: negotiations and the conditions under which the parties — meaning Ukraine and Russia, with the participation of Europe and the United States — reach an agreement. As the President stated, without such participation, the Ukrainian authorities will not recognize any agreements,” Venislavskyi said.

• On Wednesday, January 15, the Ukrainian Parliament voted to extend martial law in Ukraine, as well as the general mobilization.