Zelenskiy warns Europe at risk of Russian hostilities over EU candidacy

We are ready. We warn partners,' says Ukraine president, ahead of decision on membership application

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Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, has predicted Russia will intensify its attacks this week, warning European partners that they too should be prepared for an increase in hostilities as Kyiv awaits a decision on its bid to join the EU.

The caution follows a European Commission recommendation to grant Kyiv candidate status to join - a diplomatic blow to Moscow.