In a significant move, Ukraine's parliament has given the green light to the legalization of medical cannabis, responding to the growing number of war veterans in need of treatment for injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).The legislation, aimed at regulating the medical, scientific, and industrial use of cannabis, garnered majority support with 248 votes in the 450-seat assembly in Kyiv, according to lawmaker Yaroslav Zheleznyak's announcement on Telegram. Only 16 members opposed the motion.The push to legalize medical marijuana has gained momentum in Ukraine, especially as the nation grapples with the second year of Russia's invasion. Discussions have centered around the drug's potential benefits in treating severe pain and addressing mental health issues. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is expected to sign the bill into law, with potential implementation in the second half of 2024, as noted by Zheleznyak.Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of legalizing treatment based ...