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Europe should not be solely responsible for ensuring security in the Strait of Hormuz, as security support must be reciprocal.
This was stated by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas in an interview with CNN.
EU stance on regional security
Speaking with journalist Becky Anderson, Kallas defended Europe’s efforts to safeguard shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
She responded to criticism from the United States and Gulf countries over what they see as insufficient European involvement. Kallas emphasized that international security cooperation must be mutual, pointing to the limited role Gulf states have played in addressing challenges caused by Russia.
“We have not seen Gulf countries helping us with Russia — this cannot be a one-way street,” she said.
Tensions over the Strait of Hormuz
Security in the Strait has recently become a point of friction between the United States and Europe. Media reports previously indicated that Donald Trump had issued an ultimatum to European allies, urging them to take on the main burden of ensuring stability in the region.
Later, Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed technical aspects of reopening the key maritime route.
At the same time, Starmer sharply criticized what he described as political “games” by leaders of the United States and Russia, saying he was “tired” of their influence on global energy price stability.
