US EditionEU chief says it’s time for Europe’s ‘independence moment’ faced with war and major power tensions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a €6 billion drone alliance with Ukraine and new sanctions on Russia and Israel to enhance EU defense and economic resilience.
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for Europe's independence in light of threats from Russia and global trade issues, urging for a clear response to these threats.
- Von der Leyen announced new measures for Ukraine, including a financial strategy using frozen Russian assets worth $235 billion to support its economy and the creation of a drone alliance.
- She expressed the need to impose sanctions on Israel regarding the Gaza conflict, stating that the suffering there has shaken global consciences and aims to set up a donor group for Palestinian reconstruction.
- Von der Leyen highlighted Europe's solidarity with Poland after Russian drones entered its airspace, underscoring the urgency of addressing Russian aggression and emphasized the importance of Europe's unity and strength in the face of global challenges.
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EU chief says it's time for Europe's 'independence moment' faced with war and major power tensions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says that Europe must stake claim to its independence in the face of challenges from Russia, new and hostile trade realities and other major powers.
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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday Europe must fight for its place in a new and "hostile" world by taking responsibility for its security and asserting control over key technologies and energy sources. "Battlelines for a new world order based on power are being drawn right now. So, yes, Europe must fight. For its place in a world in which many major powers are either ambivalent or openly hostile to Europe," von der Leyen told the Europ…
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