EU hails turning tide for Ukraine, yet membership path remains uncertain
- Posted on June 19, 2026
- By Le Monde
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EU hails turning tide for Ukraine, yet membership path remains uncertain
EU member states applauded what they see as a favorable turn for Kyiv and agreed to extend sanctions against Russia. Despite efforts by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, he failed to persuade EU leaders to accelerate membership negotiations for his country.