Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has recently signed a controversial law that many fear could seriously harm Ukraine’s chances of joining the European Union. The new law, which critics say weakens the independence of Ukraine’s key anti-corruption agencies, has sparked protests across the country. These are the first major demonstrations since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in February 2022.
According to Politico, top European Union officials have quickly expressed their concerns, calling on Zelenskyy to show a strong commitment to the democratic values Europe stands for. The head of the European Commission, for example, raised serious questions about the impact of these legal changes and asked the Ukrainian government for a full explanation.
