Iceland's foreign minister warns EU over new membership probationary period

Iceland's Foreign Minister, Thordis Katrin Gunnarsdottir, has cautioned the European Union against implementing a probationary period for new member states. Speaking in an interview with Euractiv, as reported by Українська правда, Gunnarsdottir stated that Brussels should "be careful" with such proposals. The minister expressed dissatisfaction with the concept, which would involve limiting the powers of new accession countries during an initial trial phase. This stance comes as the EU considers reforms to its enlargement process, aiming to integrate new members more gradually while ensuring their full adherence to EU standards and values before granting complete membership rights. Iceland's government appears concerned about the implications for sovereignty and equal standing within the bloc.

Sources: Українська правда