Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Saar announced Thursday he is halting all communication with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. This decision follows reports that Kallas allegedly compared Israel’s policies to apartheid-era South Africa during a recent visit to Mexico. Saar stated the severance of contact will remain in effect until Kallas retracts the reported remarks. He characterized the comparison as deeply offensive and unacceptable. Kallas’ office has not yet issued a statement addressing the allegations or Saar’s actions. The move signals a significant diplomatic escalation between Israel and the European Union. It underscores growing international criticism of Israeli policies toward Palestinians.