EU Halts Georgia's Membership Talks Over Political Concerns

The European Commission demands reforms from Georgia, while praising Ukraine and Moldova's progress in EU accession efforts.

The European Commission will not recommend opening EU membership talks with Georgia unless the country changes its current political direction.
Georgia's recent parliamentary elections, won by the ruling Georgian Dream party, were marred by reports of irregularities and voter intimidation.
The Commission criticized Georgia's adoption of laws similar to those in Russia, including a 'foreign agent' law and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation.
Ukraine and Moldova have been commended for their reform efforts, with the EU aiming to advance their membership talks by 2025.
Moldova faces a presidential runoff election amid concerns of Russian interference, while Georgia's EU aspirations remain stalled.