Trojan Horses in Brussels: Why France and Germany Are Slowing EU Expansion in 2026
🇪🇺 A dispute over EU enlargement is heating up in Brussels. France and Germany fear “Trojan horses” among new candidates and demand stricter accession criteria.
🛑 Key EU powers worry new members could use veto rights to block important decisions. Temporary restrictions on new countries’ powers are under discussion.
⚖️ Contradictions: Poland and the Baltics push for faster expansion for security reasons; Paris and Berlin favor slow reform and rigorous testing.
📉 In 2026, issues of veto power and rule of law have become major stumbling blocks for bloc enlargement.
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