Although there's still a lengthy process to become a full member.
The green light's been given by European Union leaders to make Ukraine and Moldova candidates for EU membership.
The decision was taken yesterday evening, ahead of an EU meeting in Brussels which continues today.
Ukraine still faces a long wait to become a full member, as the process is a lengthy one.
Fianna Fail Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher describes the next steps for country:
Decision On New Director Of Fashion Retailer "Rushed" Claims Frasers Group
The former Debenhams boss has been appointed as the new chief of Boohoo.
Calls For Higher Incentives For The Re-Turn Scheme
The owner of a Laois garden centre also counts litter dumped near his business.
2024 Set To Be Hottest Year On Record
EU scientists say temperatures will be more than 1.5 degrees higher than pre-industrial times.
Satellites Earth's Only Protection From Solar Flares
Solar flares are strong energy blasts from the sun.
Sinn Fein Make Call for Carers Means Test To Be Scrapped
It's their final Dail motion of this Government.
After Four Decades, Laois Offaly TD Spends Final Day In The Dáil
He has held two Ministerial positions during his time.
Midlands Rural Water Services To Receive Almost €500k
The funding will be spread over five funding measures.
Multiple Midlands Drivers Caught Speeding On National Slow Down Day
One such motorist was caught in Westmeath.
Donald Trump's Candidacy Is A Lesson To Irish politicians - Former Foreign Affairs Minister
Donald Trump's campaign focused on the American economy.
Midlands 103 Remains Region's Most Listened To Station
The latest figures also show more than 3 million Irish adults listen to radio everyday.
Independent Ireland Select Two More General Election Candidates
A sitting TD and a councillor will see their names on the ballot.
Reduced Numbers Of Involuntary Admissions In Midlands Psychiatric Units
The figures come from the Health Research Board's latest data.
Just Under €10m Funding To Go To Midlands Institutions
The money is being split into two different grants.
Midlands Food Producers And Farmers In Line For 'Better Farming Awards' Success
The event takes place in Killenard this evening.
There's No EU Funding For Nature Restoration - Midlands MEP
Ciaran Mullooly says the incoming EU Agriculture Commissioner confirmed the fund doesn't exist.
Rights for Offaly Battery Storage Project Bought By SSE
Thornberry Battery Energy Storage System began development in 2018.
Gardaí Seeking Help To Find Missing Midlands Teenager
He was last seen in Athlone town centre on Sunday afternoon.
Artist Residency Scheme Coming To The Midlands
This is in partnership with Music Generation.
Former Detective States DPP And Gardai May Clash Over Informant Offences Proposal
A new Gardai Inspectorate report has made the recommendations.
Tide May Turn Against Ukraine Following Trump Election Win - Cathal Berry
It's based on previous remarks made by Donald Trump on Ukraine.
