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Ukraine Launches Key Railway for EU Integration

9/7/2025

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  • Ukraine launched the European gauge railway section between Uzhgorod and Chop on September 5, linking to major cities.
  • President Zelenskyy highlighted the project as vital for Ukraine's EU railway integration, with a future line to Lviv.
  • Ukrainian and Slovak Prime Ministers discussed infrastructure support for Ukraine's European integration during the inauguration.
  • Train ticket sales began on September 5, with services commencing on September 12.
  • Electrification and Lviv line construction are expected to finish in 2-3 years.