Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insists any peace agreement must include a specific date for Ukraine's EU accession. Speaking on X, Zelensky warned Russia would seek to block the process if a fixed timeline isn't established, stating the country aims to be 'technically ready' for membership by 2027.

He framed EU accession as a critical security guarantee, emphasizing the need for concrete details and a fixed timeline. Zelensky's push for 2027 follows previous advocacy, despite skepticism from some European nations, arguing membership is vital security for both Ukraine and Europe.