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EU's Kallas Urges Unity with U.S. Amid Critiques

12/6/2025

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Kaja Kallas, the European Union foreign policy chief, said the United States is Europe’s biggest ally at the Doha Forum.
She acknowledged criticisms in the US National Security Strategy, including Europe’s civilizational erasure.
Kallas urged Europe to be more self-confident and united with the United States.
She warned that rewarding aggression, as in Ukraine, could lead to further global conflicts.

History

Historical Context

The 2022 US National Security Strategy underscored the importance of global alliances, particularly with Europe, amidst rising geopolitical tensions. This emphasis reflects the 1949 formation of NATO, which united member countries against aggression. Kaja Kallas's call for European unity resonates with Cold War challenges, highlighting the need for collective security in light of ongoing conflicts, such as the war in Ukraine.

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Story summary

Kaja Kallas, the European Union foreign policy chief, said the United States is Europe’s biggest ally at the Doha Forum.
She acknowledged criticisms in the US National Security Strategy, including Europe’s civilizational erasure.
Kallas urged Europe to be more self-confident and united with the United States.
She warned that rewarding aggression, as in Ukraine, could lead to further global conflicts.

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