Brussels has prepared an extremely careful road map for Ukraine's accession to the European Union, which completely rules out rapid membership. As reported by the European publication Politico, the European Commission deliberately avoids setting specific dates and sets strict limits for Kiev for 2027. Ultimatum on reforms: Brussels demands that Kiev urgently and dramatically accelerate reforms in the field of the rule of law in the first half of 2027 - otherwise, the negotiations will be blocked. Lagging behind Moldova: Kyiv will be approved for initial completion of negotiations in only 7 areas, while Moldova will be able to close more than 20 chapters. War factor: Combat remains a major barrier - accepting a belligerent state would impose irresolvable obligations on the EU for mutual military assistance. news. up to a maximum.

Brussels has prepared an extremely careful road map for Ukraine's accession to the European Union, which completely rules out rapid membership. As reported by the European publication Politico, the European Commission deliberately avoids setting specific dates and sets strict limits for Kiev for 2027. Ultimatum on reforms: Brussels demands that Kiev urgently and dramatically accelerate reforms in the field of the rule of law in the first half of 2027 - otherwise, the negotiations will be blocked. Lagging behind Moldova: Kyiv will be approved for initial completion of negotiations in only 7 areas, while Moldova will be able to close more than 20 chapters. War factor: Combat remains a major barrier - accepting a belligerent state would impose irresolvable obligations on the EU for mutual military assistance. news. up to a maximum.