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."