Also known as: European Commission chief · European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen — EU Commission president, praised UK PM Keir Starmer for strengthening European and Ukrainian security after his resignation announcement.
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EU moves closer to kicking kids off social mediaThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeEU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Monday praised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for bolstering "European" security after he announced his resignation. …
EU chief hails 'statesman' Starmer after resignationCitizen Digital
… ald Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto, France's President Emmanuel Macron, Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen …
G7 leaders bolster commitment to combat migrant smugglingCitizen Digital
… Others are Prime Ministers Giorgia Meloni (Italy), Shigeru Ishiba (Japan) and Keir Starmer (Britain), as well as European Union representatives António Costa (President of the European Council) and Ursula von der Leyen (President of the European Commission). …
Ruto arrives in France for G7 Summit, to push Africa's case for financial reformThe Standard
… tes), Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.Others are Prime Ministers Giorgia Meloni (Italy), Shigeru Ishiba (Japan) and Keir Starmer (Britain), and the European Union's António Costa (President of the European Council) and Ursula von der Leyen …
Ruto arrives in France for G7 SummitThe Standard
… European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen stressed the "priority now is its swift and full implementation" -- calling on "all parties to respect Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity and implement a genuine ceasefire.""There can be no peace in the Middle East while …
EU welcomes US-Iran deal to end 'costly war'The Standard
… "This means we will soon deliver on our part," EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said as she welcomed the agreement and called for the implementation process to be finalised quickly."Together, we can ensure stable, predictable, balanced, and mutually beneficial transatlantic trade," …
EU agrees to implement US trade pact after Trump threatsCitizen Digital
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One trip, one ticket: New EU rules aim to ease train travelThe Standard
… The US president -- who has lambasted Europe for not backing his war against Iran -- said Thursday he had a "great call" with European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, saying they were "completely united that Iran can never have a nuclear weapon." .std-banner-wrap { max-wid …
US and Iran trade fire, threatening fragile truceCitizen Digital
… "These attacks are unacceptable," EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on X, warning that Gulf security has "direct consequences for Europe." German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Iran to return to talks, echoing calls from the leaders of France and Britain.
US pauses Hormuz escorts in bid for deal, as threats continueAn expert report expected July 13 is anticipated to recommend limiting minors' access to online platforms, potentially leading to EU restrictions as early as summer. Options under consideration range from a blanket ban on under-16s to restrictions on certain services and features, following Australia's similar move.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An expert report expected July 13 is anticipated to recommend limiting minors' access to online platforms, potentially leading to EU restrictions as early as summer. Options under consideration range from a blanket ban on under-16s to restrictions on certain services and features, following Australia's similar move.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen praised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for strengthening European and Ukrainian security after he announced his resignation, saying he became a statesman in just two years.
22 June 2026 · The Standard →
G7 leaders, alongside G7 partner countries Kenya and Korea, agreed Tuesday to intensify efforts against human trafficking and migrant smuggling by dismantling organised criminal networks and disrupting their business models.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to represent Africa at the G7 Leaders' Summit, invited by French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto, accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto and Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, will participate in discussions on the economy, international trade, climate action, security, and artificial intelligence.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto arrived in Evian, France, to participate in the G7 Leaders' Summit as an invited guest of French President Emmanuel Macron. Ruto is expected to advocate for reforms of the global financial system and stronger Africa-world partnerships on trade, infrastructure, and energy.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
The European Union's top officials welcomed a US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war on all fronts, including Lebanon, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. EU leaders called for swift implementation of the deal and said Europe was ready to contribute to lasting peace in the region.
15 June 2026 · The Standard →
EU lawmakers and member states reached an agreement to implement a trade pact with the United States that was struck last July, setting levies on most European goods at 15 percent. The deal aims to meet President Trump's July 4 deadline for ratification, with Trump threatening higher tariffs if implementation does not proceed.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
The European Commission has unveiled new rules requiring railway companies to sell competitors' tickets on their websites and share data with booking platforms, aiming to make multi-country train journeys seamless and comparable in a single booking.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran initiated April 8 remained in effect despite an Iranian attack on three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz and subsequent US strikes on Iranian military targets in response. The UAE reported its air defences were engaging Iranian missile and drone attacks, while Iran accused the US of violating the truce by attacking ships.
8 May 2026 · The Standard →
President Trump announced the US will pause its operation escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a peace agreement with Iran. Secretary of State Rubio said the US has completed offensive operations against Iran while reserving the right to respond to further attacks on shipping.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →