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Merz pitches 'associate membership' to keep Ukraine, Moldova and the Western Balkans in EU orbit
europe4 days ago

Merz pitches 'associate membership' to keep Ukraine, Moldova and the Western Balkans in EU orbit

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for an 'associate membership' track for Ukraine, Moldova and Western Balkan candidates to sustain momentum toward full EU membership, offering participation in EU meetings, a seat in the College of Commissioners, non-voting Parliament representation and some Court of Justice involvement; a task force would study the legal and political feasibility. The European Commission welcomed the discussion but emphasized the goal remains completing accession, while blocages (notably Hungary and Bulgaria) and debate over the approach persist.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#eu-enlargement#europe#merz
EU Opens Door for Ukraine and Moldova to Begin Membership Talks After Orbán's Exit
world1 month ago

EU Opens Door for Ukraine and Moldova to Begin Membership Talks After Orbán's Exit

Following Viktor Orbán’s electoral defeat, the EU is ready to unblock negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova, with the first negotiating clusters likely to open within weeks and perhaps by June, though unanimous 27-state approval remains required. Budapest’s new government is expected not to block the process, allowing Kyiv and Chisinau to pursue full accession on a path aimed at wrapping up most steps by 2027, with Kyiv insisting on full membership rather than symbolic status and Moldova seeking timely progress before summer.

via politico.eu|
#accession#enlargement#eu
Russia vows to shield its citizens in Transdniestria amid Moldova tensions
world1 month ago

Russia vows to shield its citizens in Transdniestria amid Moldova tensions

Russia’s Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said Moscow will protect more than 220,000 Russian citizens in Moldova’s breakaway region of Transdniestria and could use all available means to do so, in an interview with Komsomolskaya Pravda. The comments come as Moldova applies pressure on Transdniestria and EU membership talks stall, with Russia signaling readiness to consider various scenarios.

via Yahoo|
#komsomolskaya-pravda#moldova#russian-citizens
Moldova declares 60-day energy emergency after Russia hits cross-border power line
world2 months ago

Moldova declares 60-day energy emergency after Russia hits cross-border power line

Moldova declared a 60-day state of emergency in its energy sector after a key cross-border power line supplying electricity from Romania (via southern Ukraine) was knocked out by Russian strikes in Ukraine; restoration is expected within about seven days, with demining operations needed before repairs and authorities urging reduced consumption as Moscow’s broader assault on Ukraine continues and North Korea signals support for Russia.

via The Guardian|
#energy-security#moldova#north-korea
Ukraine hit by broad overnight barrage as casualties rise
world2 months ago

Ukraine hit by broad overnight barrage as casualties rise

Overnight Russian strikes across Ukraine left at least five dead and damaged several regions, including Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia and Poltava, with a drone attack killing a 61-year-old woman in Kharkiv and a high-rise hit in Zaporizhzhia. The assault involved 7 ballistic missiles, 23 cruise missiles, 4 air‑launched missiles and 392 drones, with air defences intercepting many of them; Moldova reported disruption to its Isaccea‑Vulcanesti power link as energy infrastructure was targeted. Zelensky urged greater protection and warned more strikes could follow.

via BBC|
#casualties#energy#moldova
Cross-border grid fault plunges Ukraine and Moldova into blackouts
world3 months ago

Cross-border grid fault plunges Ukraine and Moldova into blackouts

A technical malfunction on high-voltage lines linking Ukraine, Moldova and Romania caused cascading power outages across seven Ukrainian regions and Moldova, with power restored later the same day. Kyiv’s metro paused and heating was limited for thousands amid freezing temperatures. Officials said there was no cyberattack or direct war damage, and investigators are probing the cause while imports are being increased to meet demand.

via Reuters|
#blackout#infrastructure#moldova
Winter Blackouts Expand Across Ukraine and Moldova as Grid Fails
world3 months ago

Winter Blackouts Expand Across Ukraine and Moldova as Grid Fails

Emergency power cuts hit Kyiv and multiple Ukrainian regions plus Moldova after a technical fault in cross-border lines triggered cascading outages, halting water supply and the Kyiv subway. The outages follow weeks of Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid amid an unusually harsh winter, with regional officials warning of further cold and ongoing talks about a limited pause in strikes and diplomacy.

via AP News|
#moldova#outages#power-grid
Sandu would back Moldova–Romania reunification in a referendum
politics4 months ago

Sandu would back Moldova–Romania reunification in a referendum

Moldovan President Maia Sandu told a British podcast she would vote for Moldova’s reunification with Romania if the issue were decided by referendum, arguing the small country struggles to survive as a democracy and must resist Russia; she cautioned that public support is not strong, with polls showing about two-thirds opposed to reunification, and she framed EU membership as a more realistic goal, noting Moldova’s 2024 referendum narrowly approved EU accession and her reelection as a pro-European leader.

via politico.eu|
#eu-membership#maia-sandu#moldova
Zelenskyy Urges Ukraine's EU Membership by 2030 Amid Progress and Corruption Warnings
world6 months ago

Zelenskyy Urges Ukraine's EU Membership by 2030 Amid Progress and Corruption Warnings

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Moldova's Maia Sandu are urging the EU to accelerate their countries' accession processes, with Zelenskyy aiming for Ukraine to join before 2030. They emphasized the importance of EU support amid ongoing challenges, including Hungary's veto, and highlighted their countries' progress and readiness for membership, while also addressing issues like corruption and geopolitical pressures.

via The Guardian|
#eu-accession#hungary-veto#moldova
EU Commends Ukraine's Progress but Urges More on Corruption and Rule of Law
politics6 months ago

EU Commends Ukraine's Progress but Urges More on Corruption and Rule of Law

The EU warns Ukraine to maintain anti-corruption efforts to stay on track for membership, with a deadline of 2030 for new members. While Ukraine has made reforms amid war, concerns remain over corruption and political independence. EU officials praise Moldova, Albania, and Montenegro for progress, but political deadlocks and Russian influence pose challenges for Ukraine and other candidate countries. The EU emphasizes the importance of reforms and unity for future enlargement.

via politico.eu|
#corruption#eu-enlargement#georgia