The European Union has selected Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas to be its new top diplomat, replacing Josep Borrell. Kallas is known for her strong stance on Russia and support for harsher sanctions against Moscow.
Additionally, EU leaders have confirmed Ursula von der Leyen for a third term as President of the European Commission and appointed Antonio Costa, former foreign minister of Portugal, as President of the European Council.
Reports suggest Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni voted against Kallas, while Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban abstained. Kallas acknowledged the weight of her new role during a moment of global tensions.
Throughout her career, Kallas has advocated for increased sanctions on Russia and utilizing seized assets to aid Ukraine. She has pushed for enhanced military support to Ukraine, emphasizing the need for the EU to outpace Russia in munitions production.
As she embarks on this critical role, Kallas pledges to prioritize EU unity and safeguard its interests in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
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