EU mulls 'gradual integration' for Western Balkans as enlargement fatigue grows

European officials are increasingly floating 'gradual integration' as an alternative to full EU membership for Western Balkan states, including Bosnia and Herzegovina. This signals a potential policy shift away from the enlargement promise, which could affect regional stability and reform momentum. The exact scope and timeline remain unclear, but the rhetoric marks a notable departure from the EU's stated commitment to eventual membership.

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