This Wednesday, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, addressed the European Parliament to respond to criticisms of her comments regarding Europe’s role in the world order. In her speech, the main focus was on the conflict in the Middle East and energy prices. She emphasised that the European Union will defend the principles of the United Nations and international law. The EU was established as a peace project. The commitment to peace and the principles of the United Nations Charter remains fundamental.
Von der Leyen tries to quell criticism following her controversial remarks about Europe’s role in the world.
