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EU's Kallas Suggests 'Good Moment' for Drinks Amid Global Turmoil

1/15/2026

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EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said it might be a "good moment" to start drinking during a meeting with European Parliament leaders.
Her comments followed discussions about U.S. threats to seize Greenland, protests in Iran, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
Kallas indicated she may propose new sanctions against Iran after a government crackdown that reportedly killed hundreds.

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EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said it might be a "good moment" to start drinking during a meeting with European Parliament leaders.
Her comments followed discussions about U.S. threats to seize Greenland, protests in Iran, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
Kallas indicated she may propose new sanctions against Iran after a government crackdown that reportedly killed hundreds.