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Ukraine's EU Membership Inevitable, Says Commissioner Amid Conflict

12/11/2025

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Commissioner Marta Kos visited a damaged thermal power plant in Western Ukraine and expressed confidence Hungary will not obstruct Ukraine's EU membership, which she calls inevitable.
She said Ukraine's accession is crucial for security guarantees and reforms could expedite the process.
Kos noted reforms can proceed without Hungary's approval, despite Orbán's opposition to talks during war.
The DTEK-operated plant has suffered extensive damage from Russian attacks, underscoring the conflict's toll.

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Commissioner Marta Kos visited a damaged thermal power plant in Western Ukraine and expressed confidence Hungary will not obstruct Ukraine's EU membership, which she calls inevitable.
She said Ukraine's accession is crucial for security guarantees and reforms could expedite the process.
Kos noted reforms can proceed without Hungary's approval, despite Orbán's opposition to talks during war.
The DTEK-operated plant has suffered extensive damage from Russian attacks, underscoring the conflict's toll.