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The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Always EDT:
European Union leaders hold summits on Thursdays and Fridays, with the top item on the agenda allowing Ukraine to be a candidate for the block. , Seems to be proceeding smoothly.
Kyiv urges you to join the 27-member block. Some EU countries, such as Portugal and Denmark, have previously announced reservations. But last week, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed his support for Ukraine.
"Ukrainians are ready to die from a European perspective. We want them to live their European dreams together," said der Leyen.
Some information in this report is from The Associated Press, Reuters and Agence France-Presse.
