🚨 Russia's Concerns: EU Military Evolution and Ukraine Realities

Russia's perception of the European Union's evolving military role and its stance on the conflict with Ukraine. Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, Alexander Grushko, expresses concern over the EU transforming into an "aggressive military bloc," although he doubts it will become an independent entity from NATO, given NATO's perceived control over the EU. Furthermore, the sources highlight President Putin's view that Ukraine must accept "realities on the ground," including neutrality and demilitarization, for peace, rather than Russia seeking Ukraine's full capitulation. Finally, a phone conversation between Russian and French presidents is noted, where Macron reportedly did not signal readiness to discuss peace terms based on new territorial developments.