There is zero actual consideration for membership in the last years or the forseeable future. It's a diplomatic fantasy. But it'd be a counterproductive affront

There is zero actual consideration for membership in the last years or the forseeable future. It's a diplomatic fantasy. But it'd be a counterproductive affront to formally rule it out now, as it would give the guy political capital in interior politics. On the other hand, maybe it'll be useful as a threat in the future.