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EU plans 15-year probation for new member states

Published Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · Updated October 6

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  • Under the plans, any new EU member state would face a 15-year probation period, during which they could be stripped of voting rights or EU funds for breaching basic democratic values or loyalty to the EU.

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  • The Guardian

    The article emphasizes the EU's strategic interest in enlargement to counter Russian and Chinese influence in eastern Europe and the Balkans, highlighting the need for stricter safeguards to protect democratic values within the bloc.

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