Ukraine's EU accession bid gains traction as Hungary lifts veto

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Hungary's new government lifted Viktor Orbán's veto on Ukraine's EU membership bid, clearing the path for accession negotiations to resume Monday. All 27 EU member states have now agreed to begin the first phase of talks with Ukraine and Moldova, according to EU leaders. The move signals renewed solidarity with Kyiv as Russia's war continues to reshape the bloc's eastern border and strategic priorities.