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European Parliament: Turkey's EU accession path blocked under current conditions

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The European Parliament has voted against Turkey's EU accession under present circumstances.
The report cites a lack of democratic reforms and worsening rule of law in Turkey.
Negotiations for Turkey's EU membership have been frozen since 2018 due to these issues.
The report criticizes the Turkish government's actions against opposition rights and civil society.
There are calls for stronger EU responses to the deterioration of democracy in Turkey.

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On June 17, 2026, the European Parliament adopted a resolution stating that Turkey cannot resume its EU accession process under current conditions. The resolution passed with 381 votes in favor and 107 against, highlighting a significant concern over Turkey's lack of democratic reforms and deteriorating rule of law. The European Parliament’s report emphasized that Turkey's accession negotiations have been stalled since 2018, largely due to increasing authoritarianism within the country.

The report pointed out that Turkey's values increasingly diverge from those of the European Union, particularly in matters related to human rights and good neighborly relations with Greece and Cyprus. It further noted issues related to Turkey's aggressive behavior in these regions, asserting that relations must improve before any progress can be made in the accession talks. The situation reflects a broader sentiment within the EU, underscoring the challenges Turkey faces in meeting the necessary criteria for membership.

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The European Parliament passed a resolution effectively closing the door on Turkey's EU accession under present circumstances.

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