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Top EU official von der Leyen to outline plans for dealing with Europe’s challenges in major speech

Von der Leyen emphasized EU sovereignty and institutional reforms amid political tensions, with 73% of Europeans viewing EU membership positively, according to a recent poll.

  • European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen faces pressure as 60% of Europeans want her to resign, according to a survey by Le Grand Continent published today.
  • Distrust in von der Leyen's leadership has surged to 72%, with over a third of voters in her own party favoring her resignation.
  • A vote of no confidence is being planned by radical left-wing MEPs, led by Manon Aubrey, to gather signatures to table the motion.
  • The European Parliament and European Commission have reached a new cooperation agreement that enhances Parliament's role, raising concerns from member states about reduced influence in EU decision-making.
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How to make forget a dark summer for the EU? Ursula von der Leyen promises "independence" after much bent. Everything will depend on the pace and mobilization of the Member States...

·Paris, France
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What the President of the Commission said in her State of the EU speech

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The first speech of the second term of office in Strasbourg as President of the European Commission: "The EU in struggle, today's world is ruthless." Just before the start of the plenary session minute silence for Gaza

·Turin, Italy
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EU leader Ursula von der Leyen primarily appealed to the left wing of the European Parliament during her State of the Union address. She hopes to regain the trust of left-wing groups by taking tough action against Israel, promoting green initiatives, and taking measures to improve the housing market.

·Amsterdam, Netherlands
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The Hungarian Prime Minister said it was a shame that the President of the European Commission had to struggle during the State of the Union address.

·Belgrade, Serbia
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EU Commission number one in Strasbourg for the annual speech before the European Parliament: Ukraine, Gaza and common defence

·Italy
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De Tijd broke the news in Belgium on Monday, September 8, 2025.
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