# Exclusive: Hungary and Bulgaria again dilute ambition on Ukraine’s EU bid

https://mins.news/en/item/100395

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-14 20:25 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/exclusive-hungary-bulgaria-water-down-ambition-on-ukraines-eu-membership-bid-again/

> The latest draft conclusions for the EU leaders’ summit remove language calling for Ukraine’s membership process to advance “as soon as possible.” Three national diplomats said Hungary and Bulgaria pressed for the change. The draft also adjusts wording on Moldova and addresses attacks on Black Sea vessels, unlawfully deported children and Ukraine’s financing.

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