Turkey sidelined as EU prepares to open door to others

[Collection]The European Union (EU) has excluded Turkey from discussions about potential new members joining the union by 2030. Turkey, a formal candidate for membership since 1999, has faced challenges in its relationship with the EU, including disputes over Cyprus and concerns about democratic standards. EU officials privately acknowledge that the long-stalled accession talks with Turkey are effectively dead. Some argue that it is time for the EU to be honest about Turkey's accession prospects.