EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos emphasized the need for candidate countries to make geopolitical choices before joining the EU, especially in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The EU is pushing for enlargement while ensuring new members align with its core values to prevent issues like those seen in Hungary. Montenegro and Albania are highlighted as potential frontrunners for membership, while concerns about Serbia's governance and Georgia's democratic backsliding were raised. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)