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Kallas: EU Seeks Diplomatic Solution for Strait of Hormuz

Published March 17, 2026, 10:10
Kallas: EU Seeks Diplomatic Solution for Strait of Hormuz

The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Policy, Kaja Kallas, stated that the EU is seeking a diplomatic solution to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, despite calls from the US to send warships to the region. Kallas emphasized the need to avoid risks to human lives and prevent crises in food security, fertilizers, and energy. She also noted that the EU is taking into account the lack of predictability in US policy after Donald Trump's return to the White House. Furthermore, Kallas stated that there is no willingness within the EU to enter into energy agreements with Russia, even behind closed doors, and that the EU must be careful not to give Russia what it wants, as this could lead to further aggression.