Zelenskyy: concessions for EU membership

According to the Financial Times, in a report citing sources from the European Commission, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated he is ready to consider territorial concessions if this would allow Ukraine to join the European Union. He emphasized that EU membership is a priority for the country, and expressed willingness to jointly seek solutions acceptable to both sides.

The sources describe the situation as an opportunity for Ukraine to complete the process of association with the EU. Specific concessions have not been clarified, but the discussion involves compromises that may include issues of territorial sovereignty.

Currently, Ukraine continues working on integration into European structures, and the European Union has expressed interest in accelerating the association process.

Context

Ukraine signed the Association Agreement with the EU in 2017 and has since been strengthening its integration into European structures.