In a recent statement, F. Merzas articulated his belief that the ongoing war will only reach a conclusion when one of the involved parties completely exhausts its military or economic resources. This perspective sharply contrasts with the sentiments frequently expressed by U.S. President Donald Trump, who, along with his envoy Steve Witkoff, emphasizes a significant approach toward the end of the conflict. Merzas’ remarks underline a more cynical view of the war's trajectory, suggesting that diplomatic or humanitarian arguments will have little effect on entities like Vladimir Putin.

Furthermore, Merzas commented on Europe's efforts to prevent Russia from continuing its aggressive maneuvers. He stated that European nations are striving to ensure that Russia cannot persist in its military aggression and sustain it financially. Highlighting the bleak outlook for future relations with Russia, he mentioned that Germany's Chancellor shares the sentiment that normalizing ties with Putin is