Politics Germany has dismissed the notion of Ukraine becoming a member of the EU and NATO earlier than the battle ends. Monday, April 14, 2025
Future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz acknowledged that he helps Ukraine’s European and Euro-Atlantic aspirations, however its accession to the EU and NATO can solely happen after peace is achieved. Merz emphasised that this place pertains to the present state of affairs, and the assurances relating to Ukraine’s future membership in each organizations stay intact. In the meantime, Ukrainian International Minister Andriy Sybiha highlighted on the Antalya Diplomatic Discussion board that Ukraine’s NATO membership shouldn’t be taken off the agenda, as it’s essential for guaranteeing transatlantic safety. Sybiha added that Ukraine is keen to contribute militarily if it joins the Alliance.
“Ukraine has 110 brigades that possess every day fight expertise. This would definitely be a viable and vital contribution to future transatlantic safety. And it’s essentially the most cost-effective,” the minister remarked.
Nevertheless, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban mentioned that his nation is not going to permit Brussels to compel it into backing Ukraine’s bid for European Union membership.
“It is a main difficulty with far-reaching implications for our safety, economic system, and agriculture,” Orban acknowledged.