Despite the August holiday closures in Brussels and potential lack of immediate response, a threat has triggered concern within the European Union. The text suggests this threat is severe enough to potentially cause “panic” within the EU. While referencing a confrontation with Vladimir Putin, the text surprisingly also questions engaging with figures associated with the PASOK political party in Greece. The nature of the threat remains unspecified, but it’s clear it’s perceived as destabilizing. This raises questions about the EU's preparedness during a traditionally quiet period and highlights unexpected political dimensions to the current situation. The author implies a questionable strategy of confronting multiple actors simultaneously.