EU Foreign Policy Chief Reaffirms U.S. Alliance Amid Policy Differences

The European Union's top diplomat has reaffirmed the United States as the bloc's "biggest ally," despite recent U.S. policy criticism of Europe. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas made the statement in response to a U.S. national security strategy document. The American strategy document criticized European allies on economic and cultural issues. Kallas downplayed fears that these criticisms would cause a major rift in transatlantic relations. She acknowledged ongoing disagreements on several topics between the allies. However, her comments emphasized the continued fundamental strength of the partnership.