The European Union is working towards completing the opening of all six negotiation clusters with Ukraine by the end of 2025, despite facing challenges from Hungary.

Source: EU Ambassador to Ukraine, Katarina Maternova, in an interview with "Interfax-Ukraine", reported by "European Truth"

Details: The Ambassador emphasized that their plan to open all clusters with Ukraine remains intact, although it has encountered resistance from Hungary.

Direct quote: "There was a lot of discussion on this topic at yesterday's meeting. I remain optimistic. I believe that the EU will eventually find a solution. Therefore, I hope we can open the clusters and continue the integration path".

Details: She noted that the EU will continue to seek ways to address Hungary's concerns.

Direct quote: "This is not the first time a country faces challenges due to unanimity. As you know, we encountered this with North Macedonia, for instance. So we need to find ways to overcome it. I remain confident that this will happen this year. I am very optimistic".

Background:

In February, Hungary blocked the opening of the first negotiation cluster with Ukraine and promised to continue blocking the clusters until they hold "consultations" with the public.

These "consultations", accompanied by manipulation and falsehoods from the Hungarian government, are set to take place at the end of June.