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Hungary to Approve EU Opening of Clusters 2, 3 for Ukraine After Minority Rights Law
Ukrainska Pravda·HU · UA·about 10 hours ago
Ukraine's parliament approved legislation protecting the Hungarian minority, a key demand from Budapest to lift its veto on the next stage of EU accession talks. This marks a notable rapprochement after years of friction under the Orbán era, though implementation and continued Hungarian support remain uncertain. The move unblocks a critical path toward EU integration for Ukraine.
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Ukraine's parliament has passed legislation protecting Hungarian minority rights, a key demand from Budapest. This action has led Hungary to lift its veto, unblocking the opening of two additional EU accession negotiation clusters for Ukraine and Moldova. Implementation and sustained Hungarian support remain critical uncertainties.