Its very possible that they have already conceded territory Russia . And Russia is going to be able to annexe more of Ukraine. Paying off Puitin for the time being. Putin holds all the aces at the moment. That gas switch is a mighty bargaining chip. Any moment he could flick it off. Which would lead to full war. Because Europe's population would start freezing. Not sure he would do it. But i am sure its front and center in the minds of people there
