Politico claims the European External Action Service is ineffective, plagued by internal conflicts and power struggles, with no significant results over 16 years. It suggests potential reforms by Germany and France but notes a lack of direction.

The claims regarding the European External Action Service (EEAS) and related entities were evaluated based on the evidence provided. The assertion that the EEAS has not achieved results in 16 years is not substantiated by the evidence, suggesting that while the EEAS faces challenges, it continues to function with defined responsibilities and goals. The claim about EEAS employee morale being extremely low due to internal conflicts is partially supported by evidence of internal challenges but lacks sufficient corroboration. There is no significant evidence supporting the claim of a power struggle between Kaja Kallas and Ursula von der Leyen. Lastly, the suggestion that Germany and France wish to reform European foreign policy but lack a plan is unsubstantiated, with evidence primarily referring to their domestic reforms.