EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Vice-President of the European Commission https://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3msxfa3cnck2lThe Israeli authorities' decision to extend the mandates of the EU’s CSDP missions in Rafah and the West Bank until end of June 2027 is an important step after months of diplomatic negotiations. I thank the EEAS and involved Member States for their determined work in securing these extensions. (1/3)13 Aug 2026 10:02 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxfa3cnck2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3msrv3h45ks2iIn the face of the devastating earthquake that has struck Colombia, I have conveyed our deepest condolences to my Colombian counterpart @omarbula. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, the injured, and all those affected. (1/2)11 Aug 2026 05:29 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3msrv3h45ks2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3msi5wk5k6s2bEach new attack on Ukraine is another reason for Europe to tighten the screws on Russia. As a response to the recent series of Russian airstrikes, the EU today adopted new sanctions listings targeting five individuals involved in Russia's military-industrial complex. (1/2)07 Aug 2026 08:41 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3msi5wk5k6s2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrx3y54ijk2tThe plan to disarm Hamas in Gaza, if fully implemented, would be a constructive step towards peace. I welcome the deal brokered by the US, with the support of Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye, and @nmladenov. (1/4)31 Jul 2026 13:51 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrx3y54ijk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrqe7desnc2oI spoke by phone today with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi about the situation in the Gulf, as well as Russia's war against Ukraine, which Moscow has further intensified in recent days. (1/4)28 Jul 2026 21:30 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrqe7desnc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrk7couefc2wDiversity and tolerance are among the foundations of our democracies. The abhorrent attack on Berlin’s Pride parade was an assault on our free and open societies. (1/2)26 Jul 2026 10:46 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrk7couefc2whttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrfqldrrns2yRussia’s indiscriminate attacks on Kyiv and other regions cause civilian casualties by design, not by accident. The strike on Latvia’s Honorary Consulate in Slovyansk underscores Moscow’s utter disregard for international law. Latvia has our full support. (1/2)24 Jul 2026 16:12 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrfqldrrns2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrfe276lwc2hWhile the world’s attention is on the war in the Middle East, we can’t lose sight of Iran’s repression against its own people. (1/3)24 Jul 2026 12:27 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrfe276lwc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrf3fnvd322lRelations between the EU and the Philippines are on a positive trajectory. Today, we are upgrading our ties towards an Enhanced Partnership. This means closer coordination on foreign and security issues and on areas that matter to our citizens - from trade to climate, digital and connectivity.(1/3)24 Jul 2026 09:53 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrf3fnvd322lhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrcubfdim22dEU-UK cooperation on foreign policy, security, and defence has never been more important. There is strong momentum to deepen and accelerate our Security and Defence Partnership. (1/3)23 Jul 2026 12:40 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrcubfdim22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrcpzr6uyc24Recent threats by Yemen’s Houthis to impose a maritime blockade on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and pose a direct threat to regional stability and constitute a dangerous escalation. (1/2)23 Jul 2026 11:24 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrcpzr6uyc24https://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mrckj373js2sWe have agreed on the 21st sanctions package against Russia. It delivers sweeping measures targeting Moscow’s financial system, its military-industrial complex and energy sector, that keep Russia's war economy running. (1/5)23 Jul 2026 09:45 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrckj373js2shttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mradomks3s2oWe’re turning up the pressure on Russia’s shadow fleet. The oil tanker MV SOUTH STAR, suspected of sailing under false flag in breach of international maritime law, has been boarded on 20 July by Operation @EUNAVFOR_MED IRINI forces for flag verification. (1/3)22 Jul 2026 12:38 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mradomks3s2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mr6baquirc23The EU remains firmly committed to supporting the UN-led efforts on Cyprus. I had a good call today with the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy, Maria Angela Holguín, ahead of her visit to Brussels and the UN Secretary-General’s upcoming visit to Cyprus. (1/2)21 Jul 2026 16:49 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr6baquirc23https://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mr5tbbcv222dOpening an EU Delegation in Muscat is a milestone in our relations. It is a clear signal of our commitment - to Oman, to the Gulf, and to stronger security partnerships with the region. (1/2)21 Jul 2026 12:38 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr5tbbcv222dhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqrartq4o22xEU naval operations EUNAVFOR ASPIDES and ATALANTA are indispensable to safeguarding maritime security in the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. It was impressive to see the professionalism and commitment of the crews on the Italian and Spanish navy vessels firsthand. (1/2)16 Jul 2026 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqrartq4o22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqoop2uwsc2mEthiopia is a valued partner for the European Union and one of Africa’s most influential countries. It was good to meet with Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos Hessebon in Addis Ababa today. (1/3)15 Jul 2026 12:07 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqoop2uwsc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqmrhc4tgc27This is a historic year for EU-India relations, with our cooperation deepening across trade, technology, security and defence. It was good to speak today with @DrSJaishankar about taking our partnership further, including on maritime security. (1/2)14 Jul 2026 17:51 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmrhc4tgc27https://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqkg2byqxs2nThe wider Middle East is stuck in a dangerous cycle of attacks, counterattacks, and fragile ceasefires. Iran’s strikes on commercial shipping violate international law and the Memorandum of Understanding. (1/3)13 Jul 2026 19:21 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqkg2byqxs2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqj7zleoes2kWe’re sanctioning Russia at speed and scale. Today’s measures, together with the upcoming 21st sanctions package, will add 250 individuals and entities to the Russia sanctions regime. (1/3)13 Jul 2026 08:01 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqj7zleoes2khttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mqhzd5dxsc2aEurope is a reliable partner to the Gulf. Today, the EU and Bahrain launched negotiations on a new Strategic Partnership Agreement. (1/3)12 Jul 2026 20:28 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqhzd5dxsc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mq4nrvysu22pThe exchanges of fire between the US and Iran further complicate already fraught talks to end the war. Iran’s attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait are unacceptable. (1/3)08 Jul 2026 08:03 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq4nrvysu22phttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpzyuzzcvs2i🇪🇺 🇱🇺 🇧🇪 Team Europe On our way to the #NATO summit in Ankara.07 Jul 2026 06:43 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpzyuzzcvs2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpyikmldyk2gIt was good to meet with SACEUR General Grynkewich ahead of the NATO Summit in Ankara. At the Summit, our priority will be to turn rising defence budgets into real military power for our collective defence. To create a stronger Europe in a stronger NATO. (1/2)06 Jul 2026 16:18 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpyikmldyk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpo2zv4hxs2fThe EU will always support the security of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the stability of the region. Here at EUFOR Althea, we help strengthen the country’s defence capabilities. (1/2) Extract of my address to troops at EUFOR Althea ↓02 Jul 2026 12:50 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpo2zv4hxs2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpngk6hqjk2hWords of condemnation alone will not stop attacks on Kyiv. Only sustained military support for Ukraine and increased pressure on Moscow can do that. This week, the EU has started disbursing €6 billion under the €90 billion support loan to strengthen Kyiv’s defences. (1/3)02 Jul 2026 06:43 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpngk6hqjk2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mplrhgvlb22kThe stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina are of strategic importance to the EU. In Sarajevo today, I met with the Presidency and political leaders to discuss the situation ahead of the elections and the appointment of the next High Representative (1/2)01 Jul 2026 14:53 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mplrhgvlb22khttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpj5we3ebs2nTürkiye is a key partner on security, migration, and energy, as well as an EU candidate country. It was good to speak with President Erdoğan today about further strengthening EU–Türkiye relations and the importance of good neighbourly relations. (1/2)30 Jun 2026 13:58 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpj5we3ebs2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/kajakallas.bsky.social/post/3mpde4eqyds2k I held a call with @delcyrodriguezv following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. I conveyed the EU's full solidarity with the Venezuelan people and our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost loved ones. (1/3)28 Jun 2026 06:33 +0000at://did:plc:5ba3zjugf4kis434frdolgr3/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpde4eqyds2k