Kaja Kallas
Kaja Kallas is the High Representative of the European Union, advocating for European cooperation and support in geopolitical matters.
Notable Quotes
"I don't want to jinx it. I hope everything goes well, because we have seen some turns in this file."View Story →
"Europe’s security is more uncertain than it has been in decades."View Story →
"If we want to keep our country safe, we must strengthen our hard power."View Story →
"war crimes"View Story →
"These are war crimes, and Russia will have to answer for them."View Story →
"This is a setback and a message we did not want to send today."View Story →
"the European Union won't reach a consensus on imposing new sanctions against Russia anytime soon."View Story →
"I think there is not going to be progress regarding this today."View Story →
"EU countries will likely not reach an agreement on the proposed new package of sanctions against Russia on Monday."View Story →
"EU countries will likely not reach an agreement on the proposed new package of sanctions against Russia on Monday."View Story →
"This is a setback and a message we didn't want to send today."View Story →
"commitment to Israel’s security and longstanding concerns about Iran’s expansion of its nuclear programme."View Story →
"Without restoring international law, together with accountability, we are doomed to see repeated violations of the law, disruption and chaos."View Story →
"US wants to 'divide Europe'"View Story →
"I will not support any normalization of relations with Russia."View Story →
"Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc."View Story →
"If the US wanted to stop the Iran war, it should also put the pressure on Russia."View Story →
"La alta representante de la UE para Asuntos Exteriores y Seguridad, Kaja Kallas, advertía el jueves de la necesidad de mantener abierto el mar Rojo, ante el riesgo de intervención de los hutíes."View Story →
"The deal is a step back from the brink after weeks of escalation."View Story →
"The ceasefire must be used to step back from the violence and create space for talks for a more lasting peace."View Story →
"Negotiations on ending Iran's nuclear program should restart as soon as possible. Cooperation with the IAEA must resume. The EU is ready to facilitate this."View Story →
"I didn't see the shifting of positions in the room regarding the suspension."View Story →
"I didn’t see the shifting of positions in the room regarding the suspension."View Story →
"Ukraine really needs this loan and it's also a sign that Russia cannot outlast Ukraine."View Story →
"We expect an agreement in 24 hours, so I don’t want to jinx it."View Story →
"I don't want to jinx it. I hope everything goes well, because we have seen some turns in this file."View Story →
"I expected the decision to be approved this week."View Story →
"Russia's war economy is under growing strain, while Ukraine is getting a major boost."View Story →
"If the talks are only about the nuclear and there are no nuclear experts around the table, then we will end up with an agreement that is weaker than the JCPOA was."View Story →
"When we have had contacts with the American counterparts, then actually their asks for us have been exactly what we are able to offer after the cessation of hostilities."View Story →
"the EU is really pushing"View Story →
"An event meant to honour a free press should never become a scene of fear."View Story →
"Red Sea mission needs more than 10 warships"View Story →
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EU's Kallas says Red Sea mission needs more than 10 warships - Reuters
EU's Kallas says Red Sea mission needs more than 10 warships Reuters
September 21, 2026EU and Nato vow to step up pressure on Russia after 'new escalation' in Germany
Russia is accused of growing increasingly reckless after Berlin blamed Russia for a failed drone attack on Leipzig airport.
September 2, 2026EU's Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc, seeks clarification - Reuters
EU's Kallas questions US rationale for tariffs on bloc, seeks clarification Reuters
July 24, 2026Russian strikes kill nine in Ukraine and damage historic cathedral, officials say
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people and wounded three others.
June 15, 2026'Are they gunshots?' BBC correspondent's minute-by-minute account of dinner shooting
Correspondent Tom Bateman was in the dining room at the White House Correspondents' Dinner with President Trump and other officials when gunshots were heard.
April 28, 2026Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people - Reuters
Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people Reuters
April 25, 2026Katya Adler: Europe's Nato allies push back at reported US threat to Spain
On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
April 25, 2026China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China' - Reuters
China rejects Trump accusation that intercepted Iran ship was 'gift from China' Reuters
April 24, 2026Exclusive: Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says - Reuters
Exclusive: Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says Reuters
April 24, 2026EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia - Reuters
EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia Reuters
April 23, 2026EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
April 22, 2026EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action - Reuters
EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action Reuters
April 21, 2026Iranians fear sharpening pressure after war and crackdown - Reuters
Iranians fear sharpening pressure after war and crackdown Reuters
April 18, 2026What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
A 10-day truce between the two countries is now in effect, with Iran-backed Hezbollah voicing support, as negotiations continue between the US and Iran.
April 17, 2026What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran
The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.
April 8, 2026Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy
The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.
March 28, 2026Marco Rubio joins G7 talks with focus on Iran war
It is the secretary of state's first foreign trip since the conflict began last month.
March 27, 2026Exclusive: EU's Kallas rejects Belgian PM's call to normalise Moscow ties, get cheap Russian energy - Reuters
Exclusive: EU's Kallas rejects Belgian PM's call to normalise Moscow ties, get cheap Russian energy Reuters
March 17, 2026US wants to 'divide Europe', EU's Kallas tells FT - Reuters
US wants to 'divide Europe', EU's Kallas tells FT Reuters
March 13, 2026EU can no longer rely on 'rules-based' system against threats, von der Leyen says - Reuters
EU can no longer rely on 'rules-based' system against threats, von der Leyen says Reuters
March 9, 2026Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities
March 3, 2026Next round of Ukraine peace talks could be this week, Kyiv says - Reuters
Next round of Ukraine peace talks could be this week, Kyiv says Reuters
February 23, 2026EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says - Reuters
EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says Reuters
February 23, 2026UK agrees drone defence plan with four EU allies
The scheme will seek to take inspiration from Ukraine's drone manufacturing programme.
February 20, 2026Europe's main military powers to develop low-cost air-defence systems - Reuters
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