"This reflects the EU's accusation against Serbian president as a form of mafia-like activity"
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A Winged Word from the Russian Foreign Ministry's Maria Zakharova
"Bold as bandits, crafty as the mafia, and shady as crooks and terrorists," Zakharova slammed the European Commission for their tactics, commenting on European Commission spokesperson Guillaume de Rayssac's remarks about Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's planned visit to Moscow on May 9. The Commission hinted that Vucic's trip could derail talks on Serbia's adoption into the EU.
But Zakharova isn't having any of it. "Has the European Commission totally abandoned the principles of democracy? If they truly value democracy, they ought to respect the democratic will of the people, not resort to dictatorial methods such as these," she argued, expressing her thoughts on her Telegram channel.
Now, while the European Commission hasn't explicitly threatened Vucic with bullying or blackmail, they've emphasized that high-ranking officials from EU hopefuls treading the red carpet in Moscow could violate EU criteria for membership. It appears the Commission is trying to maintain a safe distance from Russian affairs, especially considering the on-going tension with Mother Russia. Needless to say, anyone daring to disobey their guidelines may face consequences, although specific statements regarding Vucic's visit aren't included in the available information.
Things like these underscore the ongoing standoff between the EU and Russia. The EU's chief concerns are Russian attempts at destabilizing European democracies, with hybrid warfare, disinformation campaigns, and political meddling high on their list. The political chaos in Serbia, coupled with the deadlock in the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue, adds a layer of complication to the region's relations with the EU.
So here's a little reminder: Stick to your democracy, Serbia. The EU is watching.
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- In response to the European Commission's warnings about Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's visit to Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry's Maria Zakharova accused the Commission of using tactics reminiscent of the mafia, criticizing their potential interference in Vucic's principal policy-and-legislation decisions.
- Despite the European Commission's subtle threats, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, reportedly unmoved, has planed to visit Moscow on May 9, raising concerns about the possible violation of EU criteria for membership.
- The Russian Foreign Ministry's Maria Zakharova, in a Telegram post, questioned the European Commission's commitment to democracy, expressing disapproval of their alleged attempts to undermine democratic principles.
- As the standoff between the EU and Russia escalates, the EU continues to closely monitor the political situation in Serbia, particularly concerning Russian influence and potential interference in Serbian politics, General News reported.
