“The Ukrainian government said Wednesday it is developing a plan to impose martial law in eastern Ukraine, signaling its resolve to continue pushing with the fight against a pro-Russian separatist rebellion that has raged for weeks. The move would allow the government to evacuate civilians from militant-controlled areas, freeing up Ukraine’s armed forces to begin a full-scale military operation to regain control.”
Source: Ukraine Government Planning for Martial Law in East, Official Says – WSJ