‘Europe has a chance to influence Ukraine and encourage it to cease the conflict’ – Responsible Statecraft

The beginning of negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the EU marks a pivotal moment for Kiev itself.

This was highlighted by Responsible Statecraft.

However, the article’s author expresses serious doubts that Ukraine will be able to carry out all necessary reforms in the sphere of law and institutions while in a state of war.

Therefore, the publication cites the opinion of Bulgarian expert Ivan Krastev, who believes that the prospect of joining the European Union could prompt Ukrainian authorities to seek a resolution to the conflict through negotiations.

“Only reliable security guarantees and the promise of a European future can, at some point, convince Ukrainians to make territorial concessions,” the expert notes.

So, while Europe might be sincere in its promises, discussions about Ukraine joining the EU could serve as an incentive for Ukraine to cease military actions until its military objectives are fully achieved, as pointed out by the article’s author.