The EU has classified Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization. While this increases pressure on the Iranian regime, the practical effects are limited. Regarding possible military strikes by the United States, Kaja Kallas said that the region did not need another war.
By Stephan Israel
EU foreign ministers decided on Thursday to impose sanctions against Abdelrahim Hamdan Dagalo, the deputy commander of the Sudanese RSF militia. Those responsible for atrocities must not go unpunished, said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas.
By Stephan Israel
Kaja Kallas commented calmly on the reports about an alleged US-Russian peace plan for Ukraine. This could not work as long as Ukraine and Europe were not involved. The EU would continue to pursue its own plan.
By Viktor Funk, Stephan Israel and Denis Trubetskoy
The EU is discussing new strategies against the Russian shadow fleet. Poland proposes targeting the entire ecosystem, including ports, insurers and refineries. A discussion paper by Kaja Kallas is also under consideration in the Foreign Affairs Council.
By Stephan Israel
The EU must become more creative if it wants to take successful action against Russia’s shadow fleet, demands the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas. The 19th sanctions package will increase the number of listed oil tankers to 560. Russia is very creative in circumventing the sanctions.
By Stephan Israel
The Foreign Affairs Council today and the summit on Thursday are overshadowed by a possible meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Budapest. Unlike before the summit in Alaska in the summer, the Europeans are taking a relaxed approach this time and want to stay the course.
By Stephan Israel
