EU's Kallas Accused of Antisemitism Over Israel Comparison

The EU's Kallas has been accused of antisemitism over a reported comparison between Israel and apartheid. Euronews reported on von der Leyen's possible influence on Kallas' powers. Russian outlet Izvestia also covered suspicions about von der Leyen's involvement in the situation with Kallas. Other reports said the EU delivered bad news to Kallas. Von der Leyen separately stated that EU accession talks with Ukraine will begin with issues of democracy and values.