- EU enlargement and reform progress in Eastern Europe
- The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.
António Costa led the European Council, visiting Sofia and discussing EU support for Bulgaria, Moldova, and Ukraine's future.
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António Costa led the European Council, visiting Sofia and discussing EU support for Bulgaria, Moldova, and Ukraine's future.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Bulgaria calls for the EU's active role in Ukraine peace and seeks Russia's participation in negotiations.1 source
Costa led the European Council, highlighting Bulgaria's strategic role and EU support for Moldova and Ukraine.1 source
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The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.Also in this story
- EIB and EC launched a Security and Connectivity Initiative, providing €60M financing to Ukraine and connecting Ukraine-Moldova borders.
- Ukraine's parliament passed legislation that meets a key condition set by Hungary.
- The Council is making accession decisions regarding the EU, where Hungary has blocked unanimous backing for the process.
- Hungary is pushing for EU funds through a reform drive led by Peter Magyar, while the constitutional court remains a factor in the process.
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António Costa
Portuguese politician, President of the European Council since 2024 (1961-)
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Bulgaria
country in Southeast Europe
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Moldova
country in Eastern Europe
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- Bulgaria is monitoring conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine while maintaining contact with NATO.
- Romania and Bulgaria are working on a Black Sea task group as the Russian threat extends beyond Ukraine into Europe.
- Hristijan Mickoski raised issues with the European Commission, António Costa, and Kaja Kallas regarding EU matters and sought EU representation in Bulgaria talks.