Threatening War: Russia Is Blackmailing Europe, but This Will Ultimately Backfire on the Kremlin

Andriy Gorodnitsky, a Ph.D. and political expert, spoke about this on 24 Channel. According to him, Russia’s attempts to intimidate Europe with war will ultimately backfire.

What is Russia trying to achieve?

As Gorodnitsky emphasized, the Kremlin is using its usual “carrot-and-stick” tactics against Europe. On the one hand, Moscow resorts to direct threats of a swift war and its nuclear capabilities, while on the other, it offers cheap oil and gas in exchange for capitulation regarding Ukraine.

Russia’s level of development at this stage is that of typical bandits and criminals who are stuck in the 1990s with the same mindset. They will use this opportunity to put pressure on Europe, but it could backfire– noted Gorodnitsky.

First and foremost, genuine Ukrainian partners are now at the negotiating table. And they can see firsthand the Russians’ brazen behavior and threats.

Russia is blackmailing Europe, but this will ultimately backfire on the Kremlin: watch the video on 24 Channel

All of this will clearly bring about an “emotional awakening” among European politicians and force them to realize that Ukraine is the only outpost holding back the enemy. As a result, Europe may significantly increase its military and financial aid to our country.

We should add that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly emphasized what the consequences will be if Europe stops providing aid to Ukraine. After that, Russia will either intensify its hybrid attacks against various European countries or may even launch a military operation. The Baltic states, Moldova, and others will all be at risk.