EU may speed up Ukraine's accession

Ukraine may make territorial concessions to join the EU

EU diplomatic circles are discussing the possibility of Ukraine's accelerated accession to the European Union in exchange for potential territorial concessions to Russia. This was reported by Die Welt with reference to sources in Brussels.

What is being discussed in the EU

According to the newspaper, Western diplomats believe that the President of Ukraine To Volodymyr Zelenskyy A «real bargaining chip» is needed to gain the support of Ukrainian society in the event of difficult compromises.

In this context, the EU is considering the option of accelerating Ukraine's European integration.

Possible dates of entry

Within the framework of the peace plan under discussion, the following is a benchmark 2027. At the same time, sources in Brussels estimate such deadlines as unlikely and call a more realistic period of 2028-2030.

The Trump factor

According to Die Welt, US President Donald Trump seeks a peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine, ideally by 4 July - The 250th anniversary of the United States.

The publication notes that in this case, he could position himself as a peacemaker and gain political momentum ahead of the congressional elections in autumn.

Context.

Official Kyiv has repeatedly stated that territorial concessions to Russia are unacceptable. The issue of territories remains the most sensitive element of any potential negotiations to end the war.