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Ursula von der Leyen

President of the European Commission
Ursula Gertrud von der Leyen (née Albrecht) was born on October 8, 1958, in Ixelles, Brussels, Belgium. She studied economics at the Universities of Göttingen, Münster, and the London School of Economics, and then medicine at the Hannover Medical School, where she received her medical license in 1987 and her Doctor of Medicine degree in 1991. In 2001, she also earned a Master's degree in Public Health. Ursula von der Leyen began her political career by holding ministerial positions in the German government, including Minister for Family Affairs, Labour, and Social Affairs, and the first female Minister of Defence. Since 2019, she has been the President of the European Commission, being the first woman to hold this position.
2003
Appointed Minister for Social Affairs, Women, Family, and Health of Lower Saxony
2013
Became the first female Minister of Defence of Germany
2019
Elected the first female President of the European Commission
2019
Launched the European Green Deal for the transformation of the EU
2021
Led the EU's strategy for vaccine procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic
2022
The Commission announced work on establishing an International Criminal Tribunal for the Russian Federation
2024
Re-elected President of the European Commission for a second term
2025
Announced the allocation of 100 billion euros from the EU budget for the reconstruction of Ukraine
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The White House welcomes Europe's efforts to achieve peace in Ukraine

U. S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz welcomed European efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The White House refrained from commenting on its own contribution to the peace plan proposed by European leaders.

War in Ukraine • March 3, 03:53 PM • 22396 views
Von der Leyen to present Rearm Europe plan to EU leaders on Tuesday

The President of the European Commission will present a plan to strengthen the European defense industry to EU member states. The “Rearm Europe” plan will be presented on March 4 via an official letter.

War in Ukraine • March 3, 12:59 PM • 83629 views
European leaders are ready to negotiate for peace in Ukraine with active role of the United States - media

At the summit in London, European leaders discussed steps toward peace in Ukraine, but emphasized the need for active U. S. involvement. The UK, Italy, and other EU countries expressed their willingness to cooperate, but some leaders remain cautious.

War in Ukraine • March 3, 09:37 AM • 35005 views
Zelensky: Agreement on ending the war is still a long way off - Zelensky

The President of Ukraine said that an agreement to end the war is still a long way off, and concrete steps have not yet been taken. Zelensky emphasized the need for honest security guarantees and categorically rejected territorial concessions.

War in Ukraine • March 2, 11:15 PM • 32158 views
Canada announces new sanctions against Russia

Canada has imposed sanctions on 31 Russians and Russian paramilitary groups supporting aggression in Ukraine. The decision was announced by Justin Trudeau during a summit in London.

War in Ukraine • March 2, 09:00 PM • 25006 views
Von der Leyen: EU should prepare for the worst and strengthen its defense

The President of the European Commission announced a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at the March 6 summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 2, 07:35 PM • 97426 views
“Europe has woken up” - Tusk after Ukraine summit in London

At a summit in London, the EU, Ukraine, Britain, Norway, and Turkey agreed to jointly assist and strengthen the eastern border. Britain is ready to send a military contingent to protect a future peace agreement.

Politics • March 2, 06:00 PM • 32434 views
Von der Leyen announces “comprehensive plan” to strengthen EU security - summary of the summit in London

The President of the European Commission will present a new plan to strengthen the EU's defense at next week's summit. The plan includes increased investment in defense and security guarantees for Ukraine.

Politics • March 2, 05:53 PM • 158858 views
Zelenskyy and European leaders meet at security summit in London

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at Lancaster House for an international security summit. The meeting is attended by European leaders, including Macron, Tusk, Scholz, and von der Leyen.

Politics • March 2, 02:11 PM • 84252 views
Zelenskyy and world leaders to meet at the summit in London: who will come

An international summit on support for Ukraine will be held in London with the participation of European leaders and senior NATO and EU officials. The meeting is expected to adopt an action plan to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Politics • March 2, 09:32 AM • 102082 views
European Commission President supports Zelensky after superchip with Trump: “You will never be alone”

The President of the European Commission supported Volodymyr Zelenskyy after a verbal altercation with Donald Trump. She assured that the EU would continue to work with Ukraine to achieve a just peace.

Politics • February 28, 08:30 PM • 49595 views
Zelenskyy expected at London summit on March 2

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will attend the European Summit in London to meet with EU leaders. The meeting will discuss further steps for Ukraine and European support for it after the meeting with Trump.

Politics • February 28, 07:37 PM • 30537 views
Von der Leyen: peace talks must lead to a just peace, with a prosperous Ukraine

The head of the European Commission said that it was necessary to achieve a just peace with a prosperous Ukraine within the EU. The EU plans to increase defense spending and expand cooperation with partners, including India.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 09:00 AM • 29956 views
EU is preparing its biggest security initiative since the Cold War: Bloomberg has learned three elements of the plan

The European Union is developing the largest regional security initiative since the Cold War. The plan includes hundreds of billions of euros for defense and consists of three key funding elements.

News of the World • February 27, 09:41 AM • 64289 views
Europe considers creation of a “rearmament bank” or defense fund with British participation - FT

European officials are developing proposals to create a special defense fund to increase military investment. They are considering a “rearmament bank” and a special targeted instrument with a budget of 500 billion euros.

News of the World • February 27, 08:43 AM • 30424 views
EU to seek India's help to impose sanctions on Russia - Bloomberg

Ursula von der Leyen plans to discuss sanctions against Russia with the Indian Prime Minister. The EU is seeking to strengthen control over the implementation of restrictions, as Russian aggression threatens both Europe and India.

News of the World • February 25, 10:44 PM • 62749 views
EU countries discuss the possibility of confiscating €200 billion of frozen Russian assets: who supports it

The Baltic states and Northern Europe insist on the immediate transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. France, Germany and other major EU states are against it, considering it a lever of influence on Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 01:52 PM • 27663 views
Ursula von der Leyen: lifting of sanctions against Russia is possible only after concrete steps on its part

The President of the European Commission said that sanctions have a huge impact on the Russian economy. Their lifting is possible only after concrete steps on the part of Russia.

Economy • February 24, 03:00 PM • 21687 views
French Minister: Russia does not show that it wants to make concessions

The French Minister of European Affairs stated the need for Europe's participation in peace negotiations in Ukraine. Haddad emphasized the importance of military support and guaranteeing long-term peace.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 12:55 PM • 23714 views
Von der Leyen: helping Ukraine and providing weapons are at the center of the EU's work in the coming weeks

The President of the European Commission stated that the provision of weapons to Ukraine will be at the center of the EU's attention in the coming weeks. The EU and its member countries have already provided support amounting to 145 billion euros.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 11:14 AM • 23231 views
EU to disburse €3.5 billion in aid to Ukraine in March - Ursula von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen announced €3. 5 billion in aid to Ukraine in March. This brings the total support from the EU and its member states to €134 billion.

Economy • February 24, 07:50 AM • 113460 views
Cross talks to preserve the western union's resistance to russia: Macron heads to Washington as EU delegation heads to Kyiv

European leaders make parallel visits to the United States and Ukraine to preserve the Western alliance. The EU delegation is preparing a €20 billion military aid package for Ukraine, and Macron will discuss relations with Russia with Trump.

Politics • February 24, 07:46 AM • 23783 views
Leaders of the Baltic States, Spain and Canada arrive in Kyiv on the anniversary of the Russian invasion

The presidents of Lithuania and Latvia, the prime ministers of Estonia, Spain, and Canada, as well as EU leaders arrived in Kyiv on February 24. They were met at the train station by Andriy Yermak and Andriy Sybiga.

Politics • February 24, 06:30 AM • 35874 views
Von der Leyen and Costa arrive in Kyiv on the anniversary of the Russian invasion

The President of the European Commission and the President of the European Council arrived in Kyiv by train on February 24. They were met by representatives of the Presidential Administration, the Foreign Ministry, and Ukrzaliznytsia to discuss Ukraine's security and future.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 05:53 AM • 107599 views
European leaders agreed to “ensure the return of a just peace” to Ukraine - Macron

Macron held talks with key European leaders to ensure a just peace in Ukraine. The politicians also agreed to strengthen the security of Europeans “during all future negotiations.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 03:27 AM • 33356 views
It could be a turning point: Zelenskyy says Ukraine is preparing for summit with European leaders

Tomorrow, an important summit will take place in Kyiv with the participation of 13 offline and 24 online leaders, including the EU leadership. The event will be attended by 24 European Commissioners and will feature a Ukraine-Nordic-Baltic platform.

Politics • February 23, 02:53 PM • 90095 views
EU seeks ways to withdraw part of Russia's frozen $280 billion - Bloomberg

The EU is studying options for confiscating frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The use of assets as collateral through the International Claims Commission is being considered.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 06:30 PM • 43203 views
EU defense ministers to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine: what is known

European defense ministers will hold a videoconference to discuss increased support for Ukraine. The meeting will take place against the background of a possible reduction in US aid and the visit of European leaders to Kiev.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:57 PM • 31752 views
Zelenskyy talked to the Prime Minister of Croatia and told the details of the conversation

President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenkovic. The parties discussed military support and joint plans for the future, emphasizing the importance of security guarantees.

Politics • February 21, 01:38 PM • 19546 views
Von der Leyen, Zelensky to co-chair meeting on Monday in Kyiv - spokesman

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will arrive in Kyiv on February 24 for a joint meeting with the Ukrainian government. The meeting will be attended by European commissioners to express support for Ukraine after three years of war.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 11:39 AM • 24426 views