Journalists at the Financial Times report that a number of European states are opposed to Ukraine joining the European Union in 2027. They note that early drafts of a 20-point settlement plan discussed at US-led negotiations initially mentioned 2027 as a target date for accession, but this point is now under review after objections from several EU members.

In comments to the outlet, Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka said that there is currently no final date for Ukraine’s entry into the EU and that it has not yet been agreed.

Earlier, The Washington Post, citing Ukrainian and American officials, reported that a scenario under which Ukraine could join the EU as early as 2027 was being discussed in the context of settlement talks. At the same time, these ideas have caused unease among European countries.

The issue has also drawn criticism from Budapest. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban recently stated that his government would not allow Ukraine to become a member of the European Union, arguing that such a step could trigger a direct military conflict with Russia.

Ukraine was granted EU candidate status in June 2022. In Brussels, officials have repeatedly described this decision as largely symbolic, intended to signal support for Kiev in its confrontation with Moscow.