EU Foreign Policy Challenges and Responses

What was the initial action taken by Olivér Várhelyi in response to the Hamas attack on Israel?

• He suggested sanctions against Hamas.

• He proposed a peacekeeping mission in Gaza.

• He called for increased military support to Israel.

• He announced a freeze on EU aid to Palestinians.

Which EU leader flew to Israel to offer 'unreserved support'?

• Olivér Várhelyi

• Ursula von der Leyen

• Josep Borrell

• Charles Michel

What is one of the key issues causing confusion in the EU's foreign policy?

• Institutional rivalries within the EU

• Lack of a unified military force

• Insufficient economic resources

• Over-reliance on the United States

How did the EU initially respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine?

• By remaining neutral

• By quickly uniting in condemnation

• By providing military troops

• By imposing no sanctions

What is a major limitation of the EU's foreign policy framework?

• Absence of a central bank

• Requirement for unanimity among member states

• Inability to hold elections

• Lack of a common currency

What is the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) framework designed to do?

• Establish a single EU military force

• Allow member states to agree on collective responses to global issues

• Develop a common educational curriculum

• Create a unified economic policy

What is one proposed solution to improve the EU's foreign policy effectiveness?

• Expanding the EU's territory

• Removing the veto power of individual member states

• Increasing the number of EU presidents

• Reducing the EU's budget

What is a suggested reform for the EU's institutional structure?

• Increasing the number of member states

• Creating more specialized agencies

• Establishing a new currency

• Simplifying and reducing duplication

What is a significant challenge in giving the EU more foreign policy competence?

• Lack of interest from smaller countries

• Resistance from major countries like France and Germany

• Insufficient funding

• Opposition from non-EU countries

What is the role of the High Representative for Foreign Affairs in the EU?

• To lead the European Parliament

• To represent the EU internationally and coordinate diplomatic efforts

• To oversee the EU's educational programs

• To manage the EU's economic policies