"Today, we're launching talks on the backbone of the accession process: including justice, freedom, and fundamental rights," the European Commission said.

The move will make it possible to start talks on June 15

Ambassadors agreed both Ukraine and Moldova can begin talks on the first “cluster” of policy areas where they have to reform their laws to meet E.U. standards, an often lengthy…

The European Union has agreed to open the first cluster of accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, marking a major step in the bloc's enlargement.