A Telegram post from ejdailyru suggests that the cost of the military conflict with Russia has become acutely high for Ukraine, as the US and EU have little left to "sell" to Russia as concessions. The post speculates that Ukraine's entry into NATO contradicts the alliance's charter, and its entry into the EU would financially destabilize the bloc. Sanctions removal is deemed not very relevant for Russia currently, as attempts to isolate or incite revolution have failed.

The analysis further posits that Ukraine's de facto affiliation with NATO is already strong, rendering formal membership moot. It suggests the alliance may soon become a direct participant in the conflict, losing its perceived "invincibility." The author anticipates a decline in support for Ukraine's destruction among its own population due to self-preservation instincts and a shrinking populace, with more donors withdrawing. Brussels reportedly fears a "hybrid attack" from Russia, likely referring to the rise of Eurosceptics and opponents of aid to Ukraine in the 2027 elections, which could lead to accusations of Russian interference and a potential "crusade" against Moscow. However, European intelligence is said to regularly deny the prospect of a Russian attack on any EU country, suggesting any provocation would be political rather than military.