Ukraine Embarks on EU Membership Journey Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine is set to begin formal talks with the European Union about membership, a milestone President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls a 'dream come true' for Ukrainians during its ongoing conflict with Russia. Deputy Prime Minister Olga Stefanishyna will lead the delegation, with Moldova also starting its own EU accession process.

In a move described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a 'dream come true' for Ukrainians amidst ongoing conflict with Russia, Ukraine is set to officially launch membership talks with the European Union on Tuesday.

Leading the delegation at an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg is Deputy Prime Minister Olga Stefanishyna, who will spearhead efforts to align Ukraine's laws and standards with those of the 27-nation bloc.

Similarly, Moldova will commence its own separate intergovernmental conference to launch its EU accession process, marking the start of a complex and lengthy journey for both nations.