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EU could deny new member states veto rights as bloc pushes for enlargement

The EU is considering denying new member states veto rights on foreign policy and other unanimity-based decisions for a temporary period to make enlargement more politically acceptable, using Montenegro's potential accession as a template. The proposal aims to address concerns from existing members like France and prevent gridlock, while Germany advocates for accelerated accession and associate membership for Ukraine, which Ukraine rejects.