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EU concerns over Ukraine accession persist

A Politico report reveals deep divisions among EU leaders over Ukraine's membership path, with the 'sense of triumph' fading after recent agreements.

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A Politico report reveals that the illusion of a united European front on Ukraine's EU accession has disappeared following the departure of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. EU leaders, meeting at a dinner in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, faced the realization of the scale of challenges ahead, with their conversation over lamb and ravioli highlighting persistent disagreements on the way forward. Officials note that leaders who oppose Ukraine's accelerated membership can no longer hide behind Orban's previous veto, exposing the underlying fractures. This comes despite a recent agreement on a loan and sanctions package for Ukraine, indicating that significant political hurdles remain for Kyiv's EU integration.
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