A small Balkan country has formally applied for European Union membership, signaling its commitment to closer ties with the bloc. However, deep political and social divisions within the nation—including disputes over governance, corruption, and regional tensions—are raising serious questions about whether it can meet the EU’s strict admission criteria. Analysts warn that unresolved conflicts could stall negotiations or even derail the process entirely. The move comes as Brussels tightens its conditions for new members amid growing skepticism about expansion.
Balkan nation seeks EU membership, but divisions threaten that goal.
