Putin says Russia not opposed to Ukraine joining the EU

What's behind Putin's nod for Ukraine's EU membership?

While Russia has never officially opposed EU membership for Ukraine, many observers see Putin’s new comment as disingenuous, aimed at appeasing Trump and playing for time. NATO membership remains a red flag for Moscow.

Putin says Russia doesn't oppose Ukraine joining the EU

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that Moscow had never opposed Ukraine's potential membership of the European Union, and that he thought it was possible to find a consensus on ensuring the security of both Russia and Ukraine.

Putin Backs Ukraine’s Bid to Join EU — But Still Bars NATO Path

Putin declared Russia has “never objected” to Ukraine’s potential EU membership but firmly rejected any NATO expansion.

Putin Says Ukraine’s EU Aspirations Were Never a Problem

In remarks from China, President Vladimir Putin denied that Russia has refused Ukraine’s EU membership and dismissed Western fears of further aggression as “hysteria.” The comments come as U.S. President Trump suggests Putin is “tired” of the war, yet diplomats remain deeply skeptical of Moscow’s intentions. Putin stated on Tuesday, September 2nd, that Moscow has “never objected” to Ukraine’s potential membership in the European Union, marking a…

Russia never ‘objected’ to EU membership for Ukraine, Putin claims

Vladimir Putin claimed Moscow has never been against Ukraine joining the European Union but reiterated the country’s potential ascension into NATO is “unacceptable.”