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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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Yermak discusses Peace Formula and Global Summit with EU leaders in Brussels

During his trip from Copenhagen, Andriy Yermak met with EU leaders in Brussels to discuss the Ukrainian formula for peace, the upcoming Global Summit and rallying international support for Ukraine.

Politics • May 15, 02:15 PM • 22447 views
A gift to the "enemies of Europe": the European Commission criticized the organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest for banning EU flags

The European Commission has criticized the Eurovision Song Contest organizers for banning EU flags during the 2024 final, calling it a gift to "Europe's enemies" and demanding an explanation.

News of the World • May 13, 01:59 PM • 15318 views
Zelenskyy had an important video conversation with the President of the European Commission. Peace Summit in the spotlight

President Zelenskyy discussed preparations for the Global Peace Summit with European Commission President von der Leyen, who confirmed her participation.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 07:36 PM • 60247 views
We are preparing the next stage of rapprochement with the European Union for June: Zelenskyy expects talks on Ukraine's accession to start in June

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine expects the negotiation framework to be approved and the actual start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the European Union in June, marking the next stage of rapprochement with the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 06:40 PM • 63355 views
Georgian Ambassador to France resigns over law on "foreign agents"

Georgia's Ambassador to France, Gocha Javakhishvili, resigned over a controversial law on foreign agents that has strained Georgia's relations with its European partners and made his mission extremely difficult.

News of the World • May 9, 01:27 PM • 20667 views
Serbia is the first in Europe to sign an agreement with China on building a "common future"

Serbia became the first European country to sign an agreement with China on a "shared future" and deepening of a comprehensive strategic partnership.

News of the World • May 8, 05:39 PM • 21812 views
"Could be no greater use": European Commission President welcomes political agreement on profits from Russian assets for Ukraine

The President of the European Commission welcomed the political agreement reached by the EU countries to use funds from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.

Politics • May 8, 02:35 PM • 17985 views
Head of Bundestag's Foreign Affairs Committee to visit Georgia amid protests against 'Russian law' on foreign agents

Michael Roth, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the German Bundestag, will visit Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, on May 13-15 to meet with the government, parliament, opposition and civil society activists, expressing support for Georgia's European aspirations and democratic values.

News of the World • May 7, 07:44 PM • 27994 views
Tusk calls on the EU to mobilize 100 billion euros for defense and create a common air defense system

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called on the European Union to mobilize at least 100 billion euros for defense and create a joint air defense system to counter Russian aggression.

News of the World • May 7, 12:25 PM • 18745 views
The EU is ready to defend its economy if China denies it sufficient access to its markets

The European Union is ready to use all trade tools to protect its economy if China fails to offer fair access to its markets, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned after talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

News of the World • May 7, 10:05 AM • 19542 views
Xi Jinping: China has worked "vigorously" to advance peace talks on Ukraine

Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized that China has consistently supported peace talks in Ukraine, and therefore has no involvement in the Ukrainian crisis.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 02:11 AM • 115546 views
Von der Leyen after talks with Xi: We hope that China will use its influence on Russia to end the war in Ukraine

Von der Leyen and Macron expect China to use all its influence on Russia to stop its aggressive war against Ukraine and limit the supply of dual-use goods to Russia that end up on the front line in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 01:43 PM • 19553 views
Xi Jinping calls for increased "strategic coordination" between China and the EU amid disputes

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater strategic coordination and partnership between China and the EU amid disputes.

News of the World • May 6, 11:23 AM • 16333 views
Ukraine and the Middle East: Macron tells Xi Jinping that "coordination" with China is "decisive"

French President Macron told Chinese President Xi that coordination on the crises in Ukraine and the Middle East is crucial, advocating for balanced Sino-European trade relations and dialogue amid the international situation.

Politics • May 6, 10:59 AM • 26366 views
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in France to celebrate 60th anniversary of Franco-Chinese diplomatic relations - media

Chinese leader Xi Jinping arrives in France on a state visit to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Franco-Chinese diplomatic relations and meet with Emmanuel Macron.

News of the World • May 5, 03:48 PM • 25252 views
Scholz and Macron to hold a secret dinner in Paris tonight: what is known

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a secret dinner in Paris to discuss European Union policy and, in particular, Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to France.

News of the World • May 2, 01:50 PM • 18619 views
"Georgia is at a crossroads" - von der Leyen on the protests in Tbilisi

Georgia is at a turning point: protests erupt in Tbilisi, with police using water cannons and pepper spray against demonstrators trying to break through the gates of the parliament, raising concerns about Georgia's European path among European Commission President von der Leyen.

Society • May 2, 01:54 AM • 111744 views
Social networks have too much political influence, according to almost 80% of Americans

78% of American adults believe that social media has too much influence on politics, with 84% of Republicans and 74% of Democrats sharing this opinion.

News of the World • April 30, 03:22 PM • 20771 views
EU probes Facebook and Instagram for political advertising and disinformation ahead of European elections

The European Commission has launched an official investigation into Meta (Facebook and Instagram) for potential violations of the Digital Services Act related to misleading advertising, disinformation campaigns, lack of effective tools for monitoring public discourse and elections, inadequate mechanisms for detecting illegal content and compensating users, and shortcomings in providing access to data for researchers.

News of the World • April 30, 02:01 PM • 18125 views
Macron is looking for a new candidate for the post of European Commission President

French President Macron is actively negotiating with EU leaders to find a new candidate to replace Ursula von der Leyen as president of the European Commission.

Economy • April 25, 01:29 AM • 67843 views
Von der Leyen: Putin understands only one language, and that is to provide Ukraine with the means to defend themselves

The EU should provide Ukraine with the means for self-defense, as Putin understands only this language, said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

War in Ukraine • April 24, 01:30 PM • 31576 views
EU disburses €1.5 billion in aid to Ukraine today - von der Leyen

The European Commission has allocated an additional €1. 5 billion in aid to Ukraine to support the functioning of the state and the provision of services while the country defends itself against Russian invasion.

Economy • April 24, 10:28 AM • 20269 views
Biden discusses support for Ukraine with European Commission President

President Biden discussed with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unwavering support for Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression and pledged swift security assistance to meet Ukraine's immediate needs on the battlefield.

Politics • April 23, 05:52 AM • 15808 views
Finland calls on the EU to help stop the influx of migrants from Russia

Finland is calling on the EU to take action to help stem the flow of migrants arriving through Russia, accusing Moscow of using migration flows as a weapon.

News of the World • April 19, 02:15 PM • 21789 views
Billions of euros flow from the EU to the US, the European continent temporarily does not expect economic growth - Von der Leyen

According to Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, 300 billion euros of European savings are transferred abroad, mainly to the United States, every year due to the fragmentation of the EU's capital markets and financial system.

News of the World • April 19, 07:13 AM • 52922 views
Poland receives 6.3 billion euros from the EU from funds blocked due to controversial judicial reform

Poland has received its first major disbursement of €6. 3 billion from an EU fund previously blocked due to a dispute over the rule of law, after the new coalition government began to resolve a dispute over strengthening the independence of the Polish judiciary.

Economy • April 15, 01:06 PM • 20352 views
President of the European Commission calls on the U.S. House of Representatives to pass an aid package for Ukraine

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, urgently called on the U. S. House of Representatives to pass an aid package for Ukraine as soon as possible.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 09:59 AM • 17923 views
Iran's Attack on Israel: How the EU and European Countries Reacted

Iran launched a massive attack on Israel, using about 300 drones and missiles. This provoked strong condemnation from the EU and European countries.

News of the World • April 14, 09:58 AM • 28810 views
The European Parliament rejects Ursula von der Leyen's decision on the candidacy of the European Commission's special envoy

The European Parliament voted against the appointment of Marcus Pieper as a special envoy of the European Commission due to suspicions of nepotism, which could damage the reputation of EU institutions.

News of the World • April 11, 11:07 AM • 23224 views
Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the Schengen area: checks at land borders remain

Romania and Bulgaria have partially joined the Schengen area for air and sea travel, allowing free movement without document checks, but land border controls remain in place due to Austria's opposition on migration grounds.

News of the World • April 1, 12:47 PM • 26795 views