Know What Is Martial Law Which Ukraine Imposed After Russia Attacked

Russia-Ukraine War: Situations in Ukraine will soon get out of control if Russia did not stop its military action. It has already hit several areas of Ukraine along the western borders and around 8 people have reportedly died in the attack. As per Ukraine, 5 Russian planes and a helicopter have been shot down.

No civilian causality was reported at the beginning but seeing to the present and upcoming consequences, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced martial law in the country. Know what Martial Law is and how it affects a country?

What Is Martial Law?

What Happens Under Martial Law?

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When imposed, the country’s government has no power related to legislative and judicial. All control goes to military leaders and it allows imposition of curfews and suspension of citizens’ rights. It also nullifies freedom of speech and writ of habeas corpus.

It also prohibits certain activities and regulates the country’s emergency facilities. Civilians also get affected by the imposition of martial law. Their working conditions are regulated by military.

And if anyone defying martial law then they will have to face severe consequences because such actions are considered as a violation of military orders.