Serbia will not open Cluster 3 before the end of the summer. This delay is due to the topic not being included on the agenda of recent EU Council meetings. The meetings took place just before the official summer break. Consequently, progress on this specific negotiation chapter remains stalled for the time being. The lack of diplomatic movement suggests a pause in the integration process. Further developments are expected after the recess. This update highlights the current status of Serbia's EU membership bid.