They're most likely delighted that uncontrolled illegal immigration, terrorism and membership applications from countries where the donkey is a recognised form of transport are off the front pages.
Maybe it's something they'll change their mind about, or maybe they think Boris' draft agreement gives them most of their demands and would settle for that to progress things. Time will tell.
There was never a deadline on the EU to respond to the extension of the deadline.
The picture in Parliament is unclear today. The next few days should clear up one or two things. So the EU are waiting a few days (after consulting members) to give its response. There is no hidden agenda or plot afoot. They are just following process.
//They're most likely delighted that uncontrolled illegal immigration, terrorism and membership applications from countries where the donkey is a recognised form of transport are off the front pages//