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European institutions halt contacts with Georgia’s government

The EU has halted high-level contacts with "Georgian Dream" government over its anti-Western stance. EU envoy Herczyński stressed democratic values and urged high voter turnout in the October elections.

byYuri Zoria

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Portuguese foreign minister advocates for Ukraine’s EU inclusion

Portugal pushes for Ukraine's EU membership as Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel urged swift action and reform to prepare the EU for Ukraine’s membership, per Bloomberg.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine’s EU envoy expects expanded support from new leadership

Vsevolod Chentsov anticipates expanded assistance and a swifter accession process under new EU leadership, emphasizing the need for sustained military, financial, and humanitarian support amid Russia's ongoing war.

byYuri Zoria

Katarína Mathernová, the EU ambassador to Ukraine.

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Ukraine’s EU membership possible by 2030, says EU ambassador

In an interview for RBC-Ukraine, the EU ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová claimed that Ukraine could join the European Union by 2030, however it depends on how successfully Ukraine accomplishes each step of the process.

byVira Kravchuk

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Hungary won’t block EU-Ukraine talks despite disagreement

Putin's ally, Hungarian PM Orbán, promises not to block Ukraine's EU accession talks despite criticizing the process and claiming that Ukrainian borders "have not been clarified in practice."

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine’s EU accession talks start today, three steps to remain for membership after their conclusion

Ukraine starts EU accession talks, marking a historic milestone. Foreign Minister Kuleba outlines three remaining steps to full membership after the talks: European Commission conclusion, accession agreement signing, and ratification by EU member states.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine’s EU accession talks to begin on 25 June, Kuleba announces

Ukraine's EU accession negotiations begin tomorrow in Luxembourg, featuring a Ukrainian delegation comprised of representatives from the Cabinet, the President's Office, Parliament, and various state agencies.

byYuri Zoria

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Europeans largely support humanitarian and financial aid to Ukraine, survey shows

A survey reveals that six in ten Europeans support the EU sending military equipment to Ukraine.

byVira Kravchuk

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German FM Baerbock arrives in Kyiv to reiterate Berlin’s support

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in Kyiv to reiterate German solidarity with Ukraine, vowing continued assistance for EU bid and defense against Russia.

byYuri Zoria

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Charles Michel: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine reinvigorates EU’s enlargement strategy

Russia's Ukraine invasion boosts EU expansion case, chairman says, aiming for reforms by 2030 to admit new members like Ukraine, citing historical call for reuniting continent.

byYuri Zoria

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Hahn: Potential 20% EU budget hike from Ukraine’s accession only 0.2% of economic output, yet quick membership unlikely

EU Budget Commissioner Johannes Hahn says Ukraine's potential EU accession could increase the EU budget by up to 20%, which is only 0.2% of European economic output, noting Ukraine's significant economic potential.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukrainian mayor, ex-councilor sentenced to 9-10 years in prison for corruption

The High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) of Ukraine found a mayor and a former deputy guilty of requesting a $100,000 bribe.

byVira Kravchuk

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EU set to unlock €50 billion in aid following endorsement of Ukraine’s reform plan

The European Commission has recommended that the EU Council approve Ukraine's reform plan, which will enable the release of €50 billion in assistance to support Ukraine's path towards EU integration.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukrainian optimism is high but waning: 88% still believe in victory over Russia, down from 94% in 2023

Survey reveals that Ukrainians consider corruption among their state authorities even a bigger threat to Ukraine’s development than Russia’s military aggression.

byVira Kravchuk

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PM Shmyhal: Ukraine hopes to start EU membership talks in H1 2024

Ukrainian PM voices optimism Ukraine can initiate EU accession negotiations in first half of 2024 following expected European Council backing.

byYuri Zoria

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Armenia deepening relations with US, EU, considers joining EU, FM says

Signaling a potential pivot away from Moscow, Armenia's foreign minister revealed the country is weighing an EU membership application driven by public pro-European sentiments.

byYuri Zoria

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“Historic moment” as European Council decides to open accession talks with Ukraine

Hungarian PM Orban stepped out of the room as the decision was being made

byOlena Mukhina

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Putin’s Trojan horse? Orban’s veto looms over Ukraine’s EU bid

As EU leaders prepare to converge in Brussels, unblocked funds may persuade Hungary to approve crucial financial aid for Ukraine, but its membership bid still hangs in the air

byBohdan Ben

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Europeans largely welcome Ukraine’s EU membership bid – polls

A new 6-country survey of over 6,000 Europeans revealed support for Ukraine's EU membership bid, especially in Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania. Germany and France resist Ukraine's EU accession

byMaria Tril

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Breaking: EU recommends opening talks with Ukraine on accession to bloc

EU officials recommend Ukraine start membership talks amid Russian invasion challenges; Zelenskyy supports the "right step." Concurrently, the EU proposes similar measures for Moldova and candidate status to Georgia.

byYuri Zoria