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Ukraine has always been part of Europe. Follow the EU accession journey, explore centuries of shared culture, and see where things stand today.
Thirty years of building the bridge between Ukraine and the European Union.
Ukraine and the EU signed the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, establishing the first formal framework for political and economic relations.
Following the Euromaidan Revolution, Ukraine signed the EU Association Agreement and DCFTA, charting a clear European course.
The European Council unanimously granted Ukraine and Moldova EU candidate status — a historic decision made weeks after Russia's full-scale invasion began.
The EU formally opened accession negotiations with Ukraine. Screening of all 35 chapters completed by September 2025.
Ukraine and the EU signed the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, establishing the first formal framework for political and economic relations.
Following the Euromaidan Revolution, Ukraine signed the EU Association Agreement and DCFTA, charting a clear European course.
The European Council unanimously granted Ukraine and Moldova EU candidate status — a historic decision made weeks after Russia's full-scale invasion began.
The EU formally opened accession negotiations with Ukraine. Screening of all 35 chapters completed by September 2025.
EU opens second membership negotiation area with Ukraine
The European Union has opened a second cluster of membership negotiations with Ukraine, marking a step forward in the country's accession process. Ukraine has been pushing for accelerated progress in its bid to join the bloc following the formal start of negotiations.
RTE
Olympic funding questioned by nine EU nations over Russia readmission
Nine EU nations have called for cuts to funding for international sports bodies, including the International Olympic Committee, over their decisions to readmit Russian athletes. The push reflects broader tensions surrounding Russia's participation in international sports following its invasion of Ukraine.
Al Jazeera English
EU sanctions nine people over alleged Russian cyber-spying campaign
The European Union has announced sanctions against nine individuals and four entities in response to an alleged years-long Russian cyber-espionage campaign. The measures represent the EU's use of its cyber sanctions framework to hold accountable those accused of conducting malicious cyber activities.
Al Jazeera English
Ukrainian cities carry centuries of European history in their streets, buildings, and traditions.
One of Europe's oldest cities, Kyiv was a major center of medieval civilization with dynastic ties to France, England, and Scandinavia.
A UNESCO World Heritage city whose Old Town reflects Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Secession styles — a living museum of Central European history.
Former capital of the Duchy of Bukovina under Austria-Hungary, with a UNESCO-listed university and a German-language literary tradition that produced Paul Celan.
The data tells a clear story: Ukraine and the EU are deeply and increasingly intertwined.
Common misconceptions about Ukraine and Europe, fact-checked with sources.
Ukraine is historically isolated from Europe and has no deep cultural roots in European civilization.
Ukraine has been at the crossroads of European civilizations for millennia. Kyiv was a major medieval European city when Paris was still a small town. The Kyivan Rus was connected by dynastic marriage...