Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated the EU will hold debates in coming months on realistic terms and timeframe for Ukraine's accession to the EU.
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The European Union will hold debates in the coming months on realistic terms for Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Rob Jetten reaffirmed that the Netherlands believes Ukraine belongs in Europe and should become a member of the EU.
Zelensky and Jetten honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders at the Wall of Remembrance
It is a clear and powerful signal of the Dutch sustained political commitment and unwavering solidarity with Ukraine at a critical juncture of its struggle against Russia's unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression.
In the coming weeks and months, European partners will need to discuss what realistic deadlines exist for Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
It is clear to the Netherlands that Ukraine's future lies in the EU.
Jetten discussed with President Zelenskyy the importance of Ukraine continuing its reforms.
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