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international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

EU and Ukraine Set to Define Path for Accession Talks Amidst Hungarian Obstruction

Ukraine and the European Commission will soon assess Ukraine's progress in aligning its legislation with EU standards, creating a framework for EU accession talks expected next year. Last month, Ukraine fulfilled four of seven recommendations for EU accession negotiations. EU leaders agreed to open membership talks with Ukraine, with Hungary abstaining from voting. Russia deployed missiles and attack drones during airstrikes in Ukraine, with Ukrainian air defense systems destroying the drones. Russia has lost nearly 350,000 troops and significant military equipment in Ukraine since its invasion two years ago. Russia has no interest in extending a Black Sea grain deal brokered with Ukraine.

via Voice of America - VOA News|

#eu-accession-talks #european-union #hungary

international-relations2 years ago•22 min saved

Putin's Unwavering Stance on Ukraine: War Continues Until Deal is Reached

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has indicated that he will oppose the formal start of EU accession talks for Ukraine, while other EU leaders are in favor. The issue of Ukraine's accession is being discussed at the European Council summit, along with the approval of a 50 billion euro aid facility for Kyiv. Orban argues that Ukraine has not fulfilled the necessary preconditions for membership. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia's goals in Ukraine have not changed and that the war will continue until Ukraine agrees to Russia's demands, including denazification, demilitarization, and neutral status. Putin also addressed questions about AI-generated deep fakes, prisoner swaps, the state of relations with the US, Russian participation in the 2024 Olympics, and inflation in Russia. Nordic leaders reaffirmed their support for Ukraine, while Germany pledged to continue its support despite budget pressures. Russia's ambassador to the US criticized Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's trip to the US, stating that "everyone is tired of the beggar from Kyiv."

via CNBC|

#eu-accession-talks #european-union #international-relations

international-affairs2 years ago•5 min saved

Ukraine's Recent Turmoil: Assassinations, Battles, and Controversial Deaths

The battle for dominance in the Black Sea continues between Ukraine and Russia, with Ukraine claiming to have hit small Russian naval vessels with sea drones in occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, a pro-Moscow official was assassinated in Russian-occupied Luhansk, with Ukraine's Defense Intelligence taking credit for the blast. In other developments, Russia has been launching missiles and attack drones on Odesa to disrupt Ukraine's shipping route, and Ukrainian soldiers in the town of Avdiivka are resisting relentless Russian attacks. Additionally, the European Union's executive arm has signaled its readiness for accession talks with Ukraine, marking a milestone in Ukraine's quest to join the EU.

via CNN|

#assassination #black-sea #eu-accession-talks

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"EU's December Announcement: Ukraine's Accession Talks and €186bn Entitlement"

Reports suggest that Ukraine's accession talks with the European Union could begin in December, following a progress report next month. The EU Commission is expected to issue a statement that will make it difficult for member states to refuse negotiations. While progress is being made on meeting the seven criteria, the issue of minorities remains a sticking point. Meanwhile, Ukraine's international support is crucial as financial support from the United States faces strain. The Kremlin hopes that a prolonged war will lead to a decline in support for Ukraine.

via Euronews|

#eu-accession-talks #european-union #financial-support

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

European Leaders Meet with Zelensky in Kyiv to Discuss Ukraine's EU Accession Talks

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel met in Kyiv, where Pavel assured Ukraine that the Czech Republic would push for its EU accession talks to start before the end of the year. Zelensky thanked the Czech Republic for its support since the beginning of Russia's invasion.

via Ukrinform|

#czech-republic #eu-accession-talks #invasion