Inside the EU’s latest plan to keep would-be members close – POLITICO
Unlike earlier ideas for “reverse enlargement,” which would have granted countries political rights before completing the accession process…
Türkiye key to Middle Corridor, connectivity agenda: EU commissioner
European Union Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said on Tuesday that Türkiye plays a pivotal role in the bloc’s…
Europe should join Russia-Ukraine talks — but not as mediator, says Norway – POLITICO
Too soon? Talks about a potential EU special envoy to represent the bloc in talks with Russia are…
Moldova leader pushes back on Putin offering passports to Transnistria residents – POLITICO
She suggested it was one of Russia’s tactics to threaten Moldova over its efforts to reintegrate Transnistria, a…
With Kos in town, Kosovo urges EU to grant candidate status – POLITICO
“Kosovo urgently needs to catch up on EU-related priorities,” Kos said during a press conference with caretaker Prime…
Montenegro enters the endgame for joining the EU – POLITICO
Podgorica has closed 14 of the 33 chapters that need to be provisionally closed before it joins the…
Norway’s pro-EU voices sense their moment – POLITICO
“We have this summer to reach a critical mass regarding the EU question,” said Trine Lise Sundnes, a…
EU plans ‘pre-entry’ perks for Ukraine as fast-track membership hopes dim – POLITICO
Kyiv, meanwhile, is pressing for more concrete economic help. Chentsov said Ukraine wants “phased access to the EU…
With its scapegoat gone, Europe is forced to finally get honest with itself – POLITICO
Honeymoon’s over That’s not to say they didn’t find some common ground. A few voiced optimism about the…
13 things we learned at the EU summit in Cyprus – POLITICO
8. Italy doesn’t want to pay for Brussels building work Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni isn’t happy about…