EU opens formal accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova.
The European Union formally opened the first stage of membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on June 15, 2026. The process had been delayed for two years due to a Hungarian veto under former Prime Minister Viktor Orban, which was lifted after his election defeat and a subsequent agreement on minority rights. The opening of the "fundamentals" cluster marks the beginning of a multi-year process requiring extensive reforms before full membership can be granted.
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Outlets emphasize different hurdles: DW and Le Monde highlight the historic step and Orban's defeat, while Al Jazeera and Washington Times stress years of reforms ahead and the security implications of joining during wartime.
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“Ukraine starts EU membership talks and faces years of reforms while fighting Russia”WT Washington Times RIGHT
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“EU officially launches Ukraine and Moldova accession process” · Deutsche Welle, Al Jazeera, Le Monde
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The Trump administration insisted Ukraine cannot join NATO while the war continues.
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