Britain came into conflict with the EU over Russia and Ukraine

The uncompromising position taken by British Foreign Minister Truss on Russia did not find like-minded people in France and Germany. 

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“Such harsh rhetoric is unlikely to be welcomed in Paris or Berlin, where Britain’s militant stance towards Russia has been mutedly criticized since the beginning of the conflict,” McTag said.

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The authorities believe that the position of London is contrary to the positions of the EU countries, which introduces the political situation in Ukraine into a difficult situation. With this decision, the UK is trying to restore its reputation after Brexit.

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“Even British government officials have expressed dismay that Truss’s belligerence is partly a political game designed to strengthen her position ahead of an election in which she will try to take Johnson’s place,” McTag said.