Ukraine

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Zelenskiy Boosts Troop Morale in Ukraine as EU Accession Talks Begin

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President Zelenskiy surprises troops in Donetsk region while EU opens talks with Ukraine and Moldova. Ukraine's journey to EU membership and Belgium's progression in Euro 2024 unfold.

In a bid to uplift troop spirits, President Zelenskiy made a surprise visit to Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine amidst escalating tensions following recent Russian strikes. Simultaneously, the European Union officially initiated accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova, highlighting the challenges and opportunities ahead for the countries and the EU bloc. As Zelenskiy and his Commander in Chief Syrskyi visited frontline troops, Ukraine's elimination from Euro 2024 was confirmed, setting the stage for Belgium to face France in the knockout stage.

The discussions around Ukraine's EU membership shed light on crucial priorities such as budget, rule of law, defense, and security. The ambition for Ukrainian membership in the EU by 2030 was voiced by the EU ambassador, Katarína Mathernová, indicating a significant milestone for the country's future integration. As the tournament progresses, Belgium's advancement in Euro 2024, despite a lackluster performance, contrasts with Ukraine's exit, marking a bittersweet outcome for the teams and their supporters.

Furthermore, historical moments unfolded as Belgium, Romania, and Slovakia secured spots in the Euro 2024 last 16, while Ukraine faced an unexpected early departure from the tournament. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, intertwined with its diplomatic aspirations, adds complexity to its journey towards EU membership, symbolized by President Zelenskiy and the EU Commission President von der Leyen's collaborative gesture on a Ukrainian flag.

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Zelenskiy visits troops in eastern Ukraine in effort to boost morale (The Guardian)

President's surprise visit to Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, comes days after Russian strikes kill five people in city.

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EU opens accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova - Research ... (Research Professional News)

Commission president expects challenges and “immense opportunities” for countries and bloc.

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Ukraine and Moldova commence EU accession talks in Luxembourg (bne IntelliNews)

Ukraine and Moldova have officially begun their long-anticipated negotiations for accession to the European Union in a process that is likely to take ...

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Ukraine's Zelenskyy visits front-line troops under pressure from ... (The Washington Post)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his Commander in Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi have visited troops in the eastern Donetsk region who have weathered ...

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Ukraine have nothing left to give as they are eliminated from Euro ... (The Irish Times)

Lukaku's tournament goal drought continues but stalemate ensures Belgians progress to play France in last 16.

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What's at stake for Europe in Ukraine's EU membership talks? (Euronews)

A new budget, rule of law, defence, and security are the top priorities for opening the European Union's gates to Kyiv. Will Ukraine and the EU be up to the ...

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Zelensky visits frontline Donetsk region in east Ukraine (FRANCE 24)

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday visited the frontline in Donetsk region in eastern Ukraine and discussed the war with the army top brass.

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Ukraine vs Belgium TV channel, start time and how to watch Euro ... (The Independent)

The Red Devils were desperately poor in their opener but bounced back last time out and looked strong once more.

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Ukraine's EU membership possible by 2030, says EU ambassador (Euromaidan Press)

In an interview for RBC-Ukraine, the EU ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Mathernová claimed that Ukraine could join the European Union by 2030, ...

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Belgium limp into knockouts as Ukraine crash out (RTE.ie)

Belgium will face France in the last 16 of Euro 2024 following a 0-0 draw with Ukraine, who crashed out of the tournament.

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Belgium limp into Euro last 16 after 0-0 draw, Ukraine go out (Irish Examiner)

The best early chance fell to Romelu Lukaku, who was played in by a trademark defence-splitting pass from Kevin De Bruyne in the seventh minute, but as so often ...

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Unwanted history for Ukraine as they crash out with four points (The42)

ROMANIA AND SLOVAKIA both qualified for the last 16 at Euro 2024 after a tense 1-1 draw in their last Group E game on Wednesday.

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Belgium to face France, Ukraine bow out of Euro 2024 (FRANCE 24)

Belgium, Romania and Slovakia qualified for the last 16 of Euro 2024 on Wednesday as war-torn Ukraine were left heartbroken by a thrilling end to Group E.

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Ukraine sets out on long path to EU membership (Voice of America)

FILE - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen write their wishes on a Ukrainian flag during an EU- ...

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Chernobyl once brought tourists to Ukraine. They're still coming but ... (CNN Travel)

Russia attacked and Chernobyl, for a while, became the frontline as Russian troops occupied the exclusion zone, destroyed infrastructure and dug trenches in the ...

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Ukraine 0-0 Belgium: Stalemate sees Belgians squeeze through in ... (Eurosport.com)

Belgium limped into the last 16 at Euro 2024 after a 0-0 draw with Ukraine was enough for them to finish as runners-up and send the Ukrainians home.

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Ukraine 0 Belgium 0: Qualified success for Belgians, heartbreak for ... (The Athletic)

Belgium and Ukraine scrapped to a 0-0 draw that saw the former sneak through to the knockout stages of Euro 2024 and the latter eliminated.

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My return to Ukraine (Spectator.co.uk)

As the clock strikes, the conductor announces a minute's silence: a daily commemoration for those who have fallen in the war. But it's observed only by the ...

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Ukraine Eliminated At Euro 2024 As Romania Advances (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

Ukraine was knocked out of the European Championship on June 26 following a 0-0 draw with Belgium in its Group E match.

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