On Monday, the European Union officially launched the first stage of membership negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova during a historic summit in Brussels.
The 'Mega Monday' breakthrough occurred after Hungary’s new government withdrew a long-standing veto that had stalled progress for over two years. Both nations are now opening the 'Fundamentals' cluster, which focuses on core requirements like the rule of law, anti-corruption measures, and democratic institutions. President Zelensky hailed the move as a decisive security guarantee and a permanent shift toward Western democratic values while the war with Russia continues.
While the talks mark a significant symbolic victory, the full accession process is expected to take many years of rigorous legal and economic overhauls.
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