France Fears Russia's "Seige Mentality" In "Despicable" Ukraine Invasion
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Russia-Ukraine War: "I think it is possible that the worst is ahead of us," France's Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian sai.
France on Thursday expressed fear that the worst phase of Russia's war on Ukraine could be yet to start, with key Ukrainian cities at risk of encirclement by Russian forces.
"I think it is possible that the worst is ahead of us," Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian told France 2 TV, saying that Russia would look to besiege cities after its initial expectations of a quick victory were scuppered by Ukrainian resistance.
"The Russians entered Ukraine looking for a blitzkrieg, a fast advance that would allow Russia to control Ukraine," said Le Drian.
"It was not the case, due to the exemplary, courageous and strong resistance from the Ukrainians."