Ursula von der Leyen

Southern Europe rebuffs von der Leyen’s debt-based defense plan Politico EU03:34
EU leaders present 2 mechanisms for financing defense investments worth EUR 800 bln, agree to coordinate strengthening… Interfax-Ukraine13:07
Plenković strengthens EU ties in Brussels, discusses energy security and Bosnia's reforms The Dubrovnik Times11:18
Editorial | Leveraging the European Union Jamaica Gleaner06:01
Inside the EU’s ‘porcupine strategy’ to make Ukraine impenetrable, despite Putin’s demands Fortune16:44
Von der Leyen: Ukraine to gain access to new EU defense loan program Ukrinform07:04
National farmers union and coldiretti call for trade de-escalation National Farmers Union USA (Press Release)19:29

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In the last 6 hours

Ukrainian Issue in Polish Elections Wilson Center16:53

Earlier today

Costa, von der Leyen: Important meeting with Vucic, Serbia's future lies in EU Tanjug12:47

Vucic: I said in Brussels there was no sound cannon, we are ready to verify that Tanjug11:56

Southern Europe rebuffs von der Leyen’s debt-based defense plan Politico EU03:34

Yesterday

Vucic: I told von der Leyen, Costa there was no sound cannon N1info22:23 25-Mar-25

N1’s European correspondent not invited to Vucic’s press conference in Brussels N1info20:52 25-Mar-25

The European Union Is Damaged by Its Loudest Supporters Jacobin13:01 25-Mar-25

Vucic is today visiting Brussels, to have working dinner with Costa and Von der Leyen Telegraf09:36 25-Mar-25

Why the Rush? Building Political Support for the EU-Mercosur Agreement Egmont Institute08:57 25-Mar-25

Vučić is in Brussels today: He is meeting with the two biggest leaders of the EU, Costa and von … B9208:20 25-Mar-25

Vučić is in Brussels today: He is meeting with the two biggest leaders of the EU, Kosta and von … B9207:55 25-Mar-25

In the last 7 days

Former Leo Varadkar adviser hired as speechwriter for Ursula von der Leyen The Irish Times18:17 24-Mar-25

Vucic to meet with von der Leyen, Costa in Brussels Tuesday Tanjug14:04 24-Mar-25

Private financing of innovation in the EU European Parliamentary Research Service Blog07:30 24-Mar-25

A new €150B EU security loan program presents significant opportunities for the Ukrainian defense industry. Ukraine Business News22:11 23-Mar-25

India-EU FTA game changer for German industries, investment into India: German envoy Philip… The Times of India19:01 23-Mar-25

EU leaders present 2 mechanisms for financing defense investments worth EUR 800 bln, agree to coordinate strengthening… Interfax-Ukraine13:07 22-Mar-25

National Farmers Union and Coldiretti Call for Trade De-escalation National Farmers Union USA (Press Release)19:29 21-Mar-25

President of EU Commission ignores call of lawmakers to cancel meeting with Serbia’s President DTT-NET18:51 21-Mar-25

Netanyahu lobbied von der Leyen over genocide case Electronic Intifada18:47 21-Mar-25

One Requirement of the Rule of Law Library of Economics and Liberty (Weblog)13:49 21-Mar-25

European competitiveness depends on shape of our energy markets, says Polish minister EurActiv.com13:07 21-Mar-25

Plenković Strengthens EU Ties in Brussels, Discusses Energy Security and Bosnia's Reforms The Dubrovnik Times11:18 21-Mar-25

First EU-Central Asia summit to take place in Uzbekistan on 3-4 April commonspace.eu10:05 21-Mar-25

Von der Leyen: Ukraine to gain access to new EU defense loan program Ukrinform07:04 21-Mar-25

Editorial | Leveraging the European Union Jamaica Gleaner06:01 21-Mar-25

10 trillion euros from Europeans' accounts, directed to the stock market - Von der Leyen's plan Bursa.ro22:03 20-Mar-25

Inside the EU’s ‘porcupine strategy’ to make Ukraine impenetrable, despite Putin’s demands Fortune16:44 20-Mar-25

Slovenian MEP spearheads call on von der Leyen to reconsider meeting with Vučić STA12:47 20-Mar-25

Kallas's plan optional says Tajani ANSAMED.info12:04 20-Mar-25

EU resources necessary for defence Meloni tells VDL ANSAMED.info11:34 20-Mar-25

EU resources necessary for defence Meloni tells von der Leyen Ansa11:28 20-Mar-25

The EU's Role in the Future of European Defense Wilson Center18:10 19-Mar-25

EU lawmakers call EC President to reconsider meeting with Serbia’s President, call for transitional government DTT-NET17:14 19-Mar-25

EU leaders see Trump-Putin call as step toward peace in Ukraine The New Voice of Ukraine15:50 19-Mar-25

EU talk of war while US, Russia talk peace says Salvini ANSAMED.info13:07 19-Mar-25

EU talks of war while US, Russia talk peace says Salvini Ansa13:05 19-Mar-25

EU hopes Trump-Putin talk is progress towards peace Ukrainska Pravda13:03 19-Mar-25

EU plan on repatriations thanks to our courage says Meloni ANSAMED.info12:30 19-Mar-25

Costa and von der Leyen on Trump-Putin talk: We hope this is progress towards peace Interfax-Ukraine11:54 19-Mar-25

Meloni says trying to make ReArm plan more sustainable ANSAMED.info11:39 19-Mar-25

MEPs ask von der Leyen to call off meeting with Vucic N1info10:35 19-Mar-25

EU Commission’s 'Readiness 2030' Plan Envisions Ukraine as a 'Steel Porcupine' Integrated Into Europe's Defense Industry Defense Express09:45 19-Mar-25

The EU push for rearmament: a step backward for Europe The Times of Malta06:17 19-Mar-25

In the last month

Macron says France to 'increase' orders for Rafales as EU chief calls for "credible" deterrence France 2420:18 18-Mar-25

How the European Union partners with South Africa on scientific research EU Reporter17:25 18-Mar-25

President von der Leyen in South Africa: Launches talks on a new trade and investment deal, unveils €4.7 billion Global … EU Reporter17:25 18-Mar-25

European Commission to pitch EU-wide mechanism to pool defence orders euronews17:04 18-Mar-25

Europe must re-arm to have 'credible deterrence" by 2030 --von der Leyen GMA News16:43 18-Mar-25

Von der Leyen calls for collective arms purchases by 2030 Politico EU16:38 18-Mar-25

EU Commission chief reaffirms commitment to Greenland's territorial integrity Anadolu Agency16:37 18-Mar-25

EU Commission president to present roadmap for strengthening EU defence preparedness on 19 March Ukrainska Pravda16:14 18-Mar-25

What does the Clean Industrial Deal mean for Poland? EurActiv.com14:08 18-Mar-25

EU pledges €2.5 billion to support Syria and the region EU Neighbours10:17 18-Mar-25

EU wants to "Rearm Europe" China Military10:04 18-Mar-25

Unity is the answer to Europe’s defence woes The Strategist04:44 18-Mar-25

Donors pledge 5.8 bn euros for Syria, down on last year Digital Journal21:03 17-Mar-25

Holy See for disarmament says Parolin on ReArm Europe Ansa18:54 17-Mar-25

EU pledges approximately €2.5 billion in aid to Syria Syrian Arab News Agency18:37 17-Mar-25

Rearm Europe could fortify new alliances The Economic Times18:37 17-Mar-25

Jordan King urges maintaining Gaza ceasefire, supports reconstruction Gulf Today18:14 17-Mar-25

EU pledges €2.5 billion for Syria Shafaq News18:04 17-Mar-25

Europe, United, Will Never Be Defeated Project Syndicate17:51 17-Mar-25

Airbus leads call for Europe to create sovereign infrastructure fund, buy European American Journal of Transportation16:28 17-Mar-25

EU steps up support for Syrians but says hope is 'hanging by a thread' euronews15:44 17-Mar-25

EU pledges 2.5 billion euros for Syria aid: Ursula von der Leyen Hurriyet Daily News14:59 17-Mar-25

Commission promises Frontex role review for 2026, implementation cash for member states EurActiv.com14:24 17-Mar-25

Macron urges EU to ditch US arms makers Bulawayo24News13:47 17-Mar-25

Defense giants want von der Leyen to boost made-in-Europe tech Politico EU13:24 17-Mar-25

Facing a Moment of Crisis, Europe Rewrites Its Economic Playbook World Politics Review12:48 17-Mar-25

Trump’s power play: Why the EU won’t ban Russian liquefied gas The New Voice of Ukraine10:49 17-Mar-25

The EU on the path to militarisation What is behind ReArm Europe and what are the consequences… Caliber.AZ10:48 17-Mar-25

South Africa and the EU strengthen partnership and boost trade and investments Delegation of the European Union to the International Organisations in Vienna (Press Release)07:32 17-Mar-25

Airbus and others call for sovereign infrastructure fund, buy European Yahoo! US05:15 17-Mar-25

Nightclub fire in North Macedonia leaves at least 59 dead, more than 150 injured PBS Online15:53 16-Mar-25

As Europe rearms, will it turn away from Asia? Yahoo! UK & Ireland09:15 16-Mar-25

EU chief: Russia should back Ukraine ceasefire for ‘just and lasting peace’ Macau Business17:59 15-Mar-25

Von der Leyen: We will support strengthening Ukraine, its Armed Forces following our ‘porcupine strategy’ Interfax-Ukraine13:37 15-Mar-25

Sauli Niinistö presents European defensive readiness report to Riigikogu ERR12:49 15-Mar-25

Platinum given major boost by EU backing green hydrogen generation in South Africa Mining Weekly14:27 14-Mar-25

EU preserves € 60 billion in frozen Russian assets with sanctions extension Euromaidan Press13:50 14-Mar-25

Von der Leyen pitches new trade pact with South Africa to bolster clean industry EurActiv.com05:32 14-Mar-25

EU announces €4.7bn investment package for South Africa Engineering News02:11 14-Mar-25

Is NATO Prepared For Modern Drone Warfare? – OpEd Eurasia Review00:52 14-Mar-25

EU flags stronger partnership with South Africa with €4.7bn investment RFI21:36 13-Mar-25

EU remains "open for negotiatons" after Trump threatens new tariffs Belga News Agency19:55 13-Mar-25

EU to invest $5bn in South Africa after US aid withdrawal Yahoo! UK & Ireland19:28 13-Mar-25

Europe invests €20bn in AI megafactories TechCentral.ie19:08 13-Mar-25

President von der Leyen in South Africa to strengthen the strategic partnership and boost trade and investments EU Reporter18:30 13-Mar-25

Political clarification needed, to evaluate forms -Schlein ANSAMED.info18:27 13-Mar-25

11 EU lawmakers ask European Commission’s President to warn Serbia authorities ahead of massive anti-President protest… DTT-NET18:21 13-Mar-25

EU targets Africa’s mineral wealth and green energy in new partnership euronews18:19 13-Mar-25

Slovenian MEP heads appeal against repression in Serbia STA18:01 13-Mar-25

Dutch PM may defy parliament's wishes for ReArm Europe plan; VVD leader heads to Ukraine NL Times17:51 13-Mar-25

EU 'ready to negotiate' following Trump's latest tariff threat Daily Sabah17:15 13-Mar-25

Warn the Serbian government before March 15: MEPs write to von der Leyen N1info16:58 13-Mar-25

EU 'open for negotiations' after latest Trump tariff threat France 2416:56 13-Mar-25

Martina Devlin: Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s failure to speak up for the EU in Oval Office may… The Irish Independent16:20 13-Mar-25

EU Unveils €4.7bn Investment Package For South Africa Channels Television15:46 13-Mar-25

EU unveils 4.7-bn-euro investment package for South Africa MailOnline14:39 13-Mar-25

Lukashenko gives his take on von der Leyen’s plan and Macron’s ‘nuclear umbrella’ idea BelTA14:35 13-Mar-25

MEPs push homegrown technology for green energy Science|Business13:42 13-Mar-25

Von der Leyen to scope stronger trade ties with mineral rich Vietnam euronews13:28 13-Mar-25

Martina Devlin: Taoiseach’s failure to speak up for the EU in Oval Office may come back to bite … The Irish Independent13:07 13-Mar-25

Your New Harley Is About To Get More Expensive If You Live In Europe Ride Apart10:35 13-Mar-25

Dutch PM to hold urgent meeting with coalition leaders over EU rearmament plan support NL Times07:42 13-Mar-25

SA and EU to embrace at summit after both suffer Trump abuse Daily Maverick17:29 12-Mar-25

ReArm plan first step towards European govt says Prodi ANSAMED.info16:56 12-Mar-25

Fianna Fáil MEPs red-faced after accidentally voting for controversial ReArm Europe plan Irish Mirror16:13 12-Mar-25

EU targets Trump heartland with multi-billion counter-tariffs Channel 415:24 12-Mar-25

Changing course VoxEurop.eu14:20 12-Mar-25

Europe targets red states with tit-for-tat tariffs—Kansas beef, Alabama produce, and soybeans… Fortune10:45 12-Mar-25

Von der Leyen: We welcome news from Jeddah on US-Ukraine talks, incl proposal for ceasefire agreement Interfax-Ukraine08:42 12-Mar-25

European Commission and World Bank Group join forces to expand energy access in Africa EU Reporter08:37 12-Mar-25

Von der Leyen welcomes Jeddah agreements: EU ready to join future peace talks Freedom07:35 12-Mar-25

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Latest news on Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, covering EU policy, international relations, Green Deal, and key decisions shaping Europe's future.

Ursula von der Leyen, the first woman to serve as President of the European Commission, has been a central figure in European politics since taking office in December 2019. As head of the EU's executive branch, she oversees the development and implementation of policies affecting over 447 million EU citizens across 27 member states.

Recent developments under von der Leyen's leadership include the ongoing implementation of the European Green Deal, aimed at making the EU climate-neutral by 2050. She has also been at the forefront of EU responses to global challenges, including coordinating vaccine procurement and distribution strategies, and shaping the bloc's stance on international conflicts. Her Commission has faced scrutiny over issues such as the rule of law in member states and migration policies.

Beyond policy, von der Leyen's tenure has been marked by efforts to increase the EU's global influence. She has emphasized the importance of "strategic autonomy" for Europe, advocating for stronger defence cooperation and technological independence. Her Commission has also prioritised digital transformation, with initiatives aimed at regulating big tech companies and promoting European digital innovation.

Prior to her role in Brussels, von der Leyen served in various ministerial positions in Germany, including as Minister of Defence from 2013 to 2019. Her political career spans over two decades, during which she has been a key ally of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel. This background in national politics has informed her approach to EU leadership, balancing member state interests with broader European goals.

As Ursula von der Leyen continues to shape EU policy and navigate complex global challenges, staying informed about her decisions and initiatives is crucial for understanding the future direction of the European Union. Our NewsNow feed provides comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of von der Leyen's presidency, drawing from a wide range of reliable sources to keep you informed about one of Europe's most influential leaders.

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