(ANSA) - BELGRADE, SEP 2 - Germany has expressed opposition to the idea of separating Ukraine and Moldova's accession paths, the two EU candidate countries awaiting EU approval for the formal start of accession negotiations, which has been stalled for months due to Hungary's veto. "I believe it makes sense to discuss both countries together," said Günther Krichbaum, Germany's Minister for Europe, adding that "it is also very important to send a clear signal to Ukraine, because Ukraine also needs support, especially now." "Unfortunately, we do not have a consensus because Hungary does not support opening the so-called Cluster 1 for Ukraine," he explained, adding that "there may be solutions to provide a clear answer." "However," he emphasised, "it is important to convince our Hungarian friends on this issue, because Hungary has previously blocked it." The minister then emphasised the importance of enlargement for the Western Balkans, as well as Ukraine and Moldova. "In reality," he said, "only a united Europe provides a clear response to Russia, China, and even the United States." (ANSA).