There are different perceptions in the west about Russian interference in the EU; some States see Russia as a friendly partner, and some view it as a hostile power, but, majority of States want to maintain friendly relations with Russia.
It is noted that the US and NATO presence in Eastern Europe was a bigger challenge to the national Security of Russian Federation, and tha.
These factors matter, and the relations with and perceptions of Russia certainly differ between various countries.
There are different perceptions in the west about Russian interference in the EU; some States see Russia as a friendly partner, and some view it as a hostile power, but, majority of States want to maintain friendly relations with Russia