Such claims were spread by some Russian propaganda media outlets, the Center for Strategic Communications reports.

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In fact, the European Commission made no such statements. The report dated November 4 gives a positive assessment of Ukraine’s progress, while also noting shortcomings in certain areas.

The report emphasizes that even during the war, Ukraine demonstrates a strong commitment to the European path.

EU Commissioner Marta Kos stressed that Ukraine is among the leaders among candidate countries in terms of the pace of reforms and could potentially complete accession negotiations “in the coming years.”

Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka described the document as the highest assessment since 2023 and called Ukraine’s accession to the EU by 2028 a realistic possibility.