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Kaja Kallas: I would very much like the UK to return to the EU, talks are underway

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas

12 November 2026 15:46 (UTC +04:00)

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas has expressed her desire for the United Kingdom to move closer to Europe again, APA reports.

She made the remarks while speaking to journalists ahead of the European Political Community summit.

According to Kallas, the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union created a certain negative experience and difficult memories within the bloc, which is why negotiations between the sides will not be easy.

"I would very much like the United Kingdom to return to Europe. But of course, there are still certain traumas in the European Union regarding the UK's departure from the bloc. Therefore, negotiations will not be that easy. Nevertheless, I think we can move forward with small steps. I am confident that when we are together, we are stronger both economically and in terms of security," she emphasized.

Ilgar Khudiyev

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