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EU's Diplomatic Service Faces 'Houston, We Have a Problem' Moment
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Política·2/7/2026Resumen IA

EU's Diplomatic Service Faces 'Houston, We Have a Problem' Moment

The European External Action Service (EEAS), created to give the EU a stronger foreign policy voice, is struggling due to a foundational compromise that granted broad expectations but limited authority. Internal and external experts describe a "messy compromise" and "severe dysfunction," citing issues with competing institutions, rival national interests, low morale, and budget shortfalls.

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Politico EU
9 min de lectura
EU member states may curtail powers of bloc's diplomatic service
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Política·11/6/2026Resumen IA

EU member states may curtail powers of bloc's diplomatic service

EU member states are reportedly considering reforms to curtail the powers of the European External Action Service (EEAS) and its head, Kaja Kallas, citing concerns over its "dysfunctional" nature. France has proposed options including returning functions to the Commission and national governments, or limiting the EEAS chief's autonomy. Russian presidential advisor Kirill Dmitriev commented that Kallas has "succeeded in annoying everyone."

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RT News
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Peter Mandelson security vetting scandal biggest crisis for diplomatic service in decades, says ex-Foreign Office chief
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Política·19/4/2026Resumen IA

Peter Mandelson security vetting scandal biggest crisis for diplomatic service in decades, says ex-Foreign Office chief

Former Foreign Office chief Simon McDonald has described the Peter Mandelson security vetting scandal as the biggest crisis for the diplomatic service since 1982. Oliver Robbins was sacked as permanent secretary after it emerged he knew about Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador posting but did not inform ministers. McDonald accused No 10 of requiring "a scalp" and acting without fairness or due process. The UKSV reportedly concluded "high" overall concern and "clearance denied" for Mandelson, but this was overruled by the Foreign Office.

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Guardian UK
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