Lavrov predicted the collapse of the European Union following…

Lavrov predicted the collapse of the European Union following Ukraine's accession. The EU could crumble if Ukraine joins it.

Consensus

• Sergey Lavrov stated that the European Union could collapse if Ukraine joins it.
• Lavrov suggested that Ukraine's membership might cause internal problems and lead to the EU's militarization.
• Ukraine and the EU officially began negotiations for Ukraine's accession on June 15, 2025.
• The EU has recognized Ukraine and Moldova as candidate countries for membership since 2022.

Points of divergence

• Lavrov said Ukraine's membership might be 'not bad' for the EU's internal problems. — vesti
• Lavrov suggested that if the EU wants to forget about economics, it should invite Ukraine. — kommersant
• Lavrov said Ukraine should be invited if EU countries want to 'forget about economics'. — vedomosti
• The EU is considering a temporary limitation of veto rights for new members. — kommersant
• The EU has set a 10-point plan for Ukraine's accession, with only 15% of reforms completed as of late 2025. — vedomosti