Overview

• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated Ukraine could join the EU before 2030 if reforms continue at their current pace and quality.
• Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda proposed setting January 1, 2030, as a target date for Ukraine's EU membership, urging swift action on negotiations.
• EU leaders emphasized that Ukraine's accession would serve as a critical security guarantee against future Russian aggression.
• The summit in Kyiv marked the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion and included pledges of financial support, with €3.5 billion from the EU and €1 billion from Spain.
• Concerns over the U.S.'s shifting foreign policy and exclusion of Europe from talks with Russia heightened calls for European leadership in securing Ukraine's future.