4 years later, the reality checks on Ukraine's EU candidacy are pouring in (opens original article in a new tab)

Four years after Ukraine was granted EU candidate status, progress has been slower than anticipated due to political obstacles and internal EU skepticism, with reforms lagging and timelines uncertain.

• Ukraine's EU candidacy progress has been slower than expected, with obstacles including Hungarian vetoes and internal EU skepticism.
• A 2027 target for EU membership was criticized as unrealistic, with public opinion split on the timeline for accession.
• Reforms required for EU membership are progressing below expectations, and opening additional reform clusters requires unanimous EU approval.