German Chancellor Says Ukraine Can Join EU Only After War Ends
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In Berlin, German Chancellor Olaf Merkel stated that Ukraine cannot become a full member of the European Union while the country remains at war. He added that Ukraine could first become an associate member of the EU and later progress to full membership.
Merkel made the remarks during a press briefing, emphasizing that the ongoing conflict precludes full EU membership for Ukraine at present.
The statement reflects Germany’s position on Ukraine’s EU accession process amid the current war.
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