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01 Jul 2026, 11:54

Zelensky says it is possible to open EU accession negotiation clusters by July

  • Under the plan, the EU will start negotiations on the accession clusters that will bring Ukraine closer to the EU
  • Zelensky says the sanctions package against Russia will be adopted during the negotiations
  • After the negotiations with the EU, the first cluster and the start of negotiations on Ukraine’s accession will take place

For more details, see Ukrinform and Interfax Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine will start negotiations on the accession clusters with the EU before the end of the day on July 1 in Ireland. Ireland will adopt a 1-day package, while Zelensky’s statement on the sanctions package, which is to be adopted, will be made later. It is expected that the sanctions package will be adopted by the end of the day on July 1.

Zelensky also said that the EU will start negotiations on the accession clusters with Ukraine and that the first cluster will be opened. In addition, the EU will adopt the sanctions package against Russia, which will include a ban on imports of Russian goods. The EU will also approve a package of sanctions against Russia, which will include a ban on imports of Russian goods.

The President also noted the importance of the EU’s programs that are intended to support Europe and to prevent the spread of war.

Tags: Ukraine/Russia/Europe/Politics

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  • www.ukrinform.net - Zelensky arrives in Ireland for visit
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  • www.ukrinform.net - Zelensky: Up to five EU accession negotiation clusters could open in July under Ireland's EU Council presidency
  • en.interfax.com.ua - Zelenskyy: Ukraine hopes for increased sanctions pressure on Russia during Ireland's EU Council presidency