EU Top Diplocrat Accuses US of Seeking to "Divide Europe," Urges Against Bilateral Talks

On March 13, 2026, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas stated in an interview that the United States "does not like the EU" and has made it "very clear" that it wants to "divide Europe," urging member states to resist pursuing bilateral negotiations with the Trump administration and instead maintain unity in response to challenges. Her remarks reflect deep concerns among European leadership about transatlantic relations following Trump's return to the White House. Earlier on March 10, European Council President António Costa also warned that the US is challenging the rules-based international order, while vowing that the EU will continue to defend it even if others do not.