#Ursula von der Leyen

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European parliament reaches deal on approving von der Leyen's top team

European Parliament leaders have reached a compromise to approve Ursula von der Leyen's commission team, ensuring it will take office on 1 December.

European Commission chief unveils new team amid mounting challenges

The new EU Commission faces significant global challenges while prioritizing security, democracy, and economic competitiveness for its leadership over the next five years.

Von der Leyen's Cop29 absence sends fatal signal', say watchers

Ursula von der Leyen's absence at Cop29 signals concerns about Europe's commitment to tackling the climate crisis.

EU pledges to prolong aid to Italy's flood-devastated region

EU Commission President announces 1.2 billion euro aid package for the reconstruction of Emilia-Romagna region after devastating floods.
President von der Leyen attributes the floods to climate change and emphasizes the need for prevention measures.

European parliament reaches deal on approving von der Leyen's top team

European Parliament leaders have reached a compromise to approve Ursula von der Leyen's commission team, ensuring it will take office on 1 December.

European Commission chief unveils new team amid mounting challenges

The new EU Commission faces significant global challenges while prioritizing security, democracy, and economic competitiveness for its leadership over the next five years.

Von der Leyen's Cop29 absence sends fatal signal', say watchers

Ursula von der Leyen's absence at Cop29 signals concerns about Europe's commitment to tackling the climate crisis.

EU pledges to prolong aid to Italy's flood-devastated region

EU Commission President announces 1.2 billion euro aid package for the reconstruction of Emilia-Romagna region after devastating floods.
President von der Leyen attributes the floods to climate change and emphasizes the need for prevention measures.
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#european-commission

Ursula von der Leyen can run, but can she also hide? | Paul Taylor

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is avoiding public engagements and debates regarding her re-election. Political controversy surrounds her appointment of an envoy, prompting calls for a new appointment process.

Von der Leyen's re-election consolidates Europe's shift to the right

Ursula von der Leyen secures second term at European Commission emphasizing business, conservative values, and addressing external security threats.

Von der Leyen tightens grip on EU but trouble looms | Jennifer Rankin

Ursula von der Leyen consolidates power within the European Commission through secrecy and strategic control, sidelining dissent and centralizing decision-making.

Von der Leyen has tightened her grip on the EU's steering wheel and is moving it subtly to the right | Paul Taylor

Ursula von der Leyen consolidates power and shifts EU policies rightward during her second term as European Commission president.

EU DECODED: How will future European Commissioners be "vetted"?

The confirmation hearings for European Commission nominees begin on November 4, requiring candidates to demonstrate qualifications and political fit.

France's European commissioner resigns amid row with von der Leyen

Thierry Breton resigned as EU commissioner citing questionable governance under Ursula von der Leyen, expressing frustration over personal issues not communicated directly.

Ursula von der Leyen can run, but can she also hide? | Paul Taylor

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, is avoiding public engagements and debates regarding her re-election. Political controversy surrounds her appointment of an envoy, prompting calls for a new appointment process.

Von der Leyen's re-election consolidates Europe's shift to the right

Ursula von der Leyen secures second term at European Commission emphasizing business, conservative values, and addressing external security threats.

Von der Leyen tightens grip on EU but trouble looms | Jennifer Rankin

Ursula von der Leyen consolidates power within the European Commission through secrecy and strategic control, sidelining dissent and centralizing decision-making.

Von der Leyen has tightened her grip on the EU's steering wheel and is moving it subtly to the right | Paul Taylor

Ursula von der Leyen consolidates power and shifts EU policies rightward during her second term as European Commission president.

EU DECODED: How will future European Commissioners be "vetted"?

The confirmation hearings for European Commission nominees begin on November 4, requiring candidates to demonstrate qualifications and political fit.

France's European commissioner resigns amid row with von der Leyen

Thierry Breton resigned as EU commissioner citing questionable governance under Ursula von der Leyen, expressing frustration over personal issues not communicated directly.
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#ursula-von-der-leyen

EU's von der Leyen unveils new European Commission DW 09/17/2024

Ursula von der Leyen appointed a new EU Commission amidst controversy following Thierry Breton's resignation, balancing political needs and gender representation aspirations.

Michael McGrath announced as EU commissioner for justice as Ursula von der Leyen unveils top jobs

Ursula von der Leyen will allocate influential roles in the EU Commission, impacting trade and green policies amidst global challenges.

Ukraine updates: EU's von der Leyen vows support in Kyiv DW 09/20/2024

Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Ukraine focuses on EU support amidst energy infrastructure challenges due to Russian attacks.

Starmer visit to Brussels could lead to overhaul of Brexit deal

Keir Starmer seeks closer EU ties for Brexit deal overhaul but faces internal opposition.

A Top E.U. Commissioner Resigns, Citing Questionable Governance'

Breton's resignation highlights governance concerns within the European Commission.

Clashes expected at EU summit as migration return hubs' top agenda

European leaders are set to debate controversial offshore processing of asylum seekers amid rising far-right political influence and shifting EU migration policies.

EU's von der Leyen unveils new European Commission DW 09/17/2024

Ursula von der Leyen appointed a new EU Commission amidst controversy following Thierry Breton's resignation, balancing political needs and gender representation aspirations.

Michael McGrath announced as EU commissioner for justice as Ursula von der Leyen unveils top jobs

Ursula von der Leyen will allocate influential roles in the EU Commission, impacting trade and green policies amidst global challenges.

Ukraine updates: EU's von der Leyen vows support in Kyiv DW 09/20/2024

Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Ukraine focuses on EU support amidst energy infrastructure challenges due to Russian attacks.

Starmer visit to Brussels could lead to overhaul of Brexit deal

Keir Starmer seeks closer EU ties for Brexit deal overhaul but faces internal opposition.

A Top E.U. Commissioner Resigns, Citing Questionable Governance'

Breton's resignation highlights governance concerns within the European Commission.

Clashes expected at EU summit as migration return hubs' top agenda

European leaders are set to debate controversial offshore processing of asylum seekers amid rising far-right political influence and shifting EU migration policies.
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#Brexit

No 10 daren't admit it, but Ursula von der Leyen is right: we'll be going back on Brexit | Will Hutton

Ursula von der Leyen believes Britain will eventually rejoin the EU.
The promises made during the Brexit referendum have not been fulfilled.

Sunak rejects von der Leyen's comments that UK could rejoin EU

Rishi Sunak rejects the suggestion that Brexit is in peril despite Ursula von der Leyen's comments about the UK potentially rejoining the EU.
Sunak's spokesperson emphasizes their focus on utilizing Brexit freedoms for strengthening the migration system, improving access to medicine, and promoting animal welfare.
David Cameron returns to Brussels for the first time since the Brexit referendum, meeting with a former chief Brexit negotiator for the EU.

Downing Street rejects the notion the UK are on 'the direction of travel' to reverse Brexit

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen suggests that the younger generation in the UK will reverse Brexit.
No 10 Downing Street denies von der Leyen's statement.
Prime Minister's spokesman emphasizes the focus on strengthening the migration system and other benefits of Brexit.

No 10 rejects von der Leyen claim UK on direction of travel' back to EU

Downing Street denies Brexit is in peril despite comments from Ursula von der Leyen suggesting the next generation could put the UK on a path to rejoining the EU.
The Prime Minister's official spokesman emphasized the positive aspects of Brexit and dismissed the idea that Brexit is in peril.
Rishi Sunak's press secretary emphasized that the Prime Minister championed Brexit because he believes in it passionately.

Britain still needs post-Brexit deals - but has the EU moved on?

The UK has become invisible in Brussels following Brexit and years of EU-bashing by Boris Johnson.
Ursula von der Leyen did not mention the UK in her state of the union address, signaling diminished interest in UK-EU relations.
The appointment of David Cameron as foreign secretary offers hope for change in UK-EU relations.

No 10 daren't admit it, but Ursula von der Leyen is right: we'll be going back on Brexit | Will Hutton

Ursula von der Leyen believes Britain will eventually rejoin the EU.
The promises made during the Brexit referendum have not been fulfilled.

Sunak rejects von der Leyen's comments that UK could rejoin EU

Rishi Sunak rejects the suggestion that Brexit is in peril despite Ursula von der Leyen's comments about the UK potentially rejoining the EU.
Sunak's spokesperson emphasizes their focus on utilizing Brexit freedoms for strengthening the migration system, improving access to medicine, and promoting animal welfare.
David Cameron returns to Brussels for the first time since the Brexit referendum, meeting with a former chief Brexit negotiator for the EU.

Downing Street rejects the notion the UK are on 'the direction of travel' to reverse Brexit

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen suggests that the younger generation in the UK will reverse Brexit.
No 10 Downing Street denies von der Leyen's statement.
Prime Minister's spokesman emphasizes the focus on strengthening the migration system and other benefits of Brexit.

No 10 rejects von der Leyen claim UK on direction of travel' back to EU

Downing Street denies Brexit is in peril despite comments from Ursula von der Leyen suggesting the next generation could put the UK on a path to rejoining the EU.
The Prime Minister's official spokesman emphasized the positive aspects of Brexit and dismissed the idea that Brexit is in peril.
Rishi Sunak's press secretary emphasized that the Prime Minister championed Brexit because he believes in it passionately.

Britain still needs post-Brexit deals - but has the EU moved on?

The UK has become invisible in Brussels following Brexit and years of EU-bashing by Boris Johnson.
Ursula von der Leyen did not mention the UK in her state of the union address, signaling diminished interest in UK-EU relations.
The appointment of David Cameron as foreign secretary offers hope for change in UK-EU relations.
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The most powerful people in Europe (for better or worse)

Europe's most powerful people are unveiled in the POLITICO 28 ranking.
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen plans to run for the top job again.

Von der Leyen 'unfazed' after being targeted in Hungarian campaign

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has launched a campaign targeting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
The campaign features billboards that link von der Leyen to Alexander Soros, son of billionaire George Soros.
The campaign is part of a non-binding national consultation that puts forth biased statements about EU policies.
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