Ursula von der Leyen

"Reaching for tariffs as your first and last tool will not fix it."

"We cannot afford to depend on others for the technologies that keep our hospitals running, our energy grids stable and our services secure."

"This is a recognition of the determination, courage and hard work shown by both countries in advancing reforms, even in the face of immense challenges."

"Enlargement is a strategic choice. By bringing our nations closer together, we strengthen peace, security and prosperity across our continent."

"All Member States agreed to open the first accession negotiations cluster with Ukraine and Moldova."

"The opening of the first cluster is a recognition of the determination, courage and hard work shown by both countries in advancing reforms."

"At the first Intergovernmental Conference on Monday, we will open the cluster on fundamentals; the backbone of the accession process."

"The Swiss people have spoken. The EU and Switzerland share deep ties and a strong partnership"

"The priority now is its swift and full implementation by all parties."

"The tide is turning for Ukraine."

"It would be delivered one way or another."

"And to send a clear message to the Ukrainian people and to the aggressor alike: we will not relent until peace is restored."

"We will not relent until peace is restored. Peace on Ukraine's terms."

"When they are ready, we are ready."

"the EU would act once at least one Mercosur nation ratified the deal."

"I've said before, when they are ready, we are ready."

"Provisional application is by its nature provisional."

"The agreement can only be fully concluded once the European Parliament has given its consent."

"Mercosur is one of the most consequential trade agreements of the first half of this century."

"The commission will now proceed with provisional application."

"I’ve said before, when they are ready, we are ready."

"to exercise maximum restraint, to protect civilians, and to fully respect international law."

"A credible transition in Iran is urgently needed."

"The risk of further escalation is real. This is why a credible transition in Iran is urgently needed."

"The risk of further escalation is real. This is why a credible transition in Iran is urgently needed."

"EU can no longer rely on 'rules-based' system against threats."

"Europe can no longer be a custodian for the old-world order, for a world that has gone and will not return."

"We can no longer rely on it as the only way to defend our interests or assume its rules will shelter us from the complex threats that we face."

"We will always defend and uphold the rules-based system that we helped to build with our allies, but we can no longer rely on it as the only way to defend our interests or assume its rules will shelter us from the complex threats that we face."

"This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice, I believe that it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emissions power."

"We see a global revival of nuclear energy. And Europe wants to be part of it."

"We want this new technology to be operational by the early 2030s."

"Soaring energy prices caused by the war in the Middle East were a stark reminder of Europe’s vulnerability as an importer of fossil fuels."

"It was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emission power."

"It was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emission power."

"This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice, I believe that it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emissions power."

"We see a global revival of nuclear energy. And Europe wants to be part of it."

"Decision to reduce nuclear energy in the EU was a 'strategic mistake'."

"This reduction in the share of nuclear power was a choice. I believe it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable, low-emission energy source."

"We are witnessing a global return to nuclear power. And Europe wants to be part of it."

"Our goal is simple: we want this new technology to be operational in Europe by the early 2030s."

"This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice. I believe that it was a strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emissions power."

"Turning away from nuclear power meant losing a reliable, low-carbon, and cost-effective source of electricity."

""This market is not functioning anymore.""

""This is a war on our energy, a war on our economy, a war on our values and a war on our future.""

"The Ukrainians have welcomed and accepted this offer. European experts are available immediately."

""The Ukrainians have welcomed and accepted this offer. European experts are available immediately.""

"Trust matters more than transactions."

"Von der Leyen hailed it as a huge deal."

"We cannot allow anyone to come to our Union without abiding by our rules."

"EU can give Morocco more border support."

"From this incident, it is clear that we must do more to further strengthen our borders at critical points."

"I welcome the two-week ceasefire the US and Iran agreed last night."

"Hungary has chosen Europe. Europe has always chosen Hungary."

"We will start working with the government as soon as possible to achieve rapid and long overdue progress."

"Europe’s heart is beating stronger in Hungary tonight."

"Hungary has chosen Europe."

"There was 'swift work to be done to... restore the rule of law [and] realign with our shared European values'."

"Hormuz closure and Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten regional stability."

"EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship."

"Europe will continue to call for the full respect of Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity."

"Hungary has returned to the very heart of Europe, where it has always belonged."

"Bulgaria is a proud member of the European family and plays an important role in tackling our common challenges. I look forward to working together, for the prosperity and security of Bulgaria and Europe."

"Leipzig marks a new escalation on European Union soil directly attributed to Russia."

"We are on our way to Cyprus with good news."

"Europe offers a free and easy-to-use solution that can shield our children from harmful and illegal content."

"Violence has no place in politics, ever."

"very good exchange."

"Russia's behaviour was 'reckless and dangerous', the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said."

"Europe's turn away from nuclear power had been a strategic mistake."

"EU to propose emergency protection against massive migrant flows."

"EU will use all tools to cut China trade deficit."

"Partnerships are a strategic choice for Europe. But they also respond to the fracture in the international rules-based system."

"It is time to bring the EU's relationship with Canada to 'the highest level possible'."

"I wanted to work 'on opening the door' for Canada to be the EU's 'associate member'."

"Too many children are being exposed too early to an online world they are not ready to navigate."

"An age limit does not mean letting tech companies off the hook for the content on the platform."

"I wanted to work on opening the door for Canada."

"EU to disburse €3.3 billion to Ukraine to procure missiles and drones."

"We remain fully committed, on both sides, to its implementation."