At the Euronews Enlargement Summit in Brussels, leaders from candidate countries emphasized their desire to join the EU as a strategic move for prosperity and stability amid geopolitical tensions. António Costa highlighted the need for a stronger EU, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy framed accession as a security guarantee against Russian aggression. Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged EU leaders to fulfill enlargement promises, warning of authoritarian threats. The summit revealed frustrations over vetoes and delays in the accession process, particularly regarding Hungary's opposition to Ukraine and Bulgaria's demands on North Macedonia. Despite challenges, leaders expressed commitment to EU integration. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)