Ukraine's parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has decided to postpone its scheduled session on Friday in response to the looming threat of missile strikes. Lawmakers made this decision following concerns about potential attacks, although there is no confirmation that such strikes will occur.
The session, which was intended for an hour of questioning the government, was called off as a precautionary measure. Member of Parliament Yaroslav Zheleznyak explained the situation in a Telegram post, stating that the cancellation was prompted by information regarding possible strikes. He emphasized that while there is a warning in place, the decision to postpone the session was made as nothing critical was on the agenda for Friday.
This development comes on the heels of a recent escalation in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Just a day prior, Russia launched a new non-nuclear ballistic missile with medium range targeting the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. This aggressive move has raised tensions in the region and heightened concerns about the ongoing war.
As a result of these escalating tensions and the potential threat of further attacks, Ukraine's parliament has opted to prioritize the safety of its members and postpone the session to the next plenary week. The decision reflects the need for caution and vigilance in the current volatile environment.
