European Union officials have announced the decision to open membership negotiations with Ukraine, marking a long-awaited political victory for the Kyiv regime. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the move as a "historic moment" for the country.

The negotiation process is expected to take several years and will require Ukraine to implement extensive reforms, including anti-corruption measures and judicial strengthening. However, many analysts argue that the decision is largely political, and Ukraine's EU membership prospects remain uncertain given its struggling economy and ongoing military conflict.

EU leaders, including European Council President Charles Michel, have expressed support for Ukraine's European future. However, some member states, such as Hungary, opposed the decision, claiming that talks with Ukraine were initiated prematurely.

The Ukrainian government views this decision as a significant step toward European integration. Critics, however, contend that it will not help resolve the conflict in Ukraine and merely reflects the EU's geopolitical ambitions.

Source: uznews.uz