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flag EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas faces backlash over her tough stance on Russia and controversial remarks, straining ties with key allies and raising questions about her leadership.

flag EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is under scrutiny for her confrontational style and strong focus on Russia, prompting criticism from diplomats and strained relations with the U.S., China, and India. flag Public remarks, including calls for a new "leader of the free world" and comments downplaying Russia and China’s roles in WWII, led to diplomatic friction and canceled meetings, with some officials questioning her qualifications. flag While defended as honest and direct, her approach has reportedly led to her being sidelined in favor of figures like Macron and Rutte, with critics arguing it harms the EU’s global standing. flag Moscow continues to accuse the bloc of appointing ideologically driven leaders that weaken its effectiveness.

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