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EU nations agreed on Friday (June 12, 2026) to officially launch membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova next week in Luxembourg.

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Who
European Union nations, Ukraine, Moldova, Russia, EU Council President António Costa, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
What
EU nations agreed on Friday (June 12, 2026) to officially launch membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova next week in Luxembourg.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:53:31 GMT · 5h 40m ago
Where
Brussels, Luxembourg ·
Why
The decision signals support for Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia and Ukraine views EU membership as an important 'security guarantee' for a stable future.
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The official launch of EU membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova marks a significant step towards their integration into the world’s largest trading bloc, potentially altering the geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe and providing a 'security guarantee' for Ukraine.

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    EU nations agreed on Friday (June 12, 2026) to officially launch membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova next week in Luxembourg.

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