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The verdict for the trial of former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Timoshenko will be issued Oct. 11, a decision that could hurt the current president domestically and complicate the country's EU integration.

In Ukraine, Former PM's Verdict May Complicate EU Integration Efforts

A district court in Ukraine will issue a verdict Oct. 11 in the trial of former Prime Minister Yulia Timoshenko, who was charged with abuse of power during her time in office. The fate of Timoshenko comes as President Viktor Yanukovich is trying to sign important agreements with the European Union. Any conviction against the former prime minister will likely complicate Ukraine's integration efforts with the bloc.

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The verdict for the trial of former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Timoshenko will be issued Oct. 11, a decision that could hurt the current president domestically and complicate the country's EU integration. 

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In Ukraine, Former PM's Verdict May Complicate EU Integration Efforts

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