Ursula von der Leyen
Appearances
Consider This from NPR
How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order
I do not need to describe the grave nature of the threats that we face.
Consider This from NPR
How Trump's foreign policy is reshaping the world order
With this equipment, member states can massively step up their support to Ukraine.
Global News Podcast
EU retaliates as Trump tariffs expand globally
The countermeasures we take today are strong but proportionate. As the United States are applying tariffs worth 28 billion dollars, we are responding with countermeasures worth 26 billion euros. This matches the economic scope of the tariffs of the United States.
Global News Podcast
Canadian PM Mark Carney says he wants to reduce security reliance on the US
The future of Syria is for all Syrians to build. Those who always fought for freedom and those who just discovered hope. Those who fled and those who stayed. This must be the promise of the new Syria. And we will do everything that is possible so that this can be fulfilled.
Global News Podcast
Trump halts military aid to Ukraine
We are in an era of rearmament. And Europe is ready to massively boost its defence spending, both to respond to the short-term urgency to act and to support Ukraine, but also to address the long-term need to take on more responsibility for our own European security.
Global News Podcast
Myanmar remembers earthquake dead with a minute's silence
We do not necessarily want to retaliate, but if it is necessary, we have a strong plan to retaliate and we will use it.
Global News Podcast
Myanmar remembers earthquake dead with a minute's silence
Europe has not started this confrontation. We do not necessarily want to retaliate. But if it is necessary, we have a strong plan to retaliate and we will use it.
Global News Podcast
Von der Leyen: 'Europe is at a watershed'
This is a watershed moment for Europe. And Ukraine, as part of our European family, it's also a watershed moment for Ukraine. Europe faces a clear and present danger, and therefore Europe has to be able to protect itself, to defend itself, as we have to put Ukraine in a position to protect itself and to push for lasting and just peace.
Global News Podcast
UK announces European plan for peace in Ukraine
We all have understood that after a long time of underinvestment, it is now of utmost importance to step up the defence investment for a prolonged period of time. It's for the security of the European Union, and we need, in the geostrategic environment in which we live, to prepare for the worst, and therefore stepping up the defence is crucial.
Global News Podcast
Ukraine's Zelensky meets US vice-president at Munich security conference
President Putin says he's willing to meet, but on what terms? It is up to him to demonstrate that his interest is not to prolong this war. It is up to him to show that he has given up his ambition to destroy Ukraine. And let me be very clear, a failed Ukraine would weaken Europe, but it would also weaken the United States.
Global News Podcast
Ukraine's Zelensky meets US vice-president at Munich security conference
Because what we have seen is the authoritarians of this world are carefully watching whether there's any impunity if you invade your neighbor and violate international borders, or whether there are real deterrents.
Morning Wire
EU, Canada Impose Tariffs & Russia Strikes Ukraine | Afternoon Update | 3.12.25
We firmly believe that in a world fraught with geoeconomic and political uncertainties, It is not in our common interest to burden our economies with such tariffs. We are ready to engage in a meaningful dialogue. I have entrusted Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to resume his talks to explore better solutions with the United States.
The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 2149 - Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting GOES TOTALLY NUCLEAR
We had a very good and frank discussion. Basically, we've discussed everything that is around peace through strength.
The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 2149 - Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting GOES TOTALLY NUCLEAR
and of course security guarantees are of utmost importance for ukraine but we need comprehensive security guarantees this includes that we have to put ukraine in a position of strength that it has the means to fortify and protect itself from the economic survival to the military resilience
The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 2173 - FALLOUT: Stock Market Drops, Trump Pushes On
The global economy will massively suffer. Uncertainty will spiral and trigger the rise of further protectionism. The consequences will be dire for millions of people around the globe, also for the most vulnerable countries, which are now subject to some of the highest US tariffs.
The Charlie Kirk Show
Rejecting Tariffs, or Rejecting Uncertainty?
We stand ready to negotiate with the United States. Indeed, we have offered zero-for-zero tariffs for industrial goods, as we have successfully done with many other trading partners, because Europe is always ready for a good deal. So we keep it on the table. But we are also prepared to respond through countermeasures and defend our interests.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
OMG! World Leaders Destroy Trump in Trade War
They are bad for business and worse for consumers. They are disrupting supply chains. They bring uncertainty for the economy. Jobs are at stake. Prices up. Nobody needs that on both sides, neither in the European Union nor in the United States. The European Union must act to protect consumers and business. The countermeasures we take today are strong but proportionate.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
OMG! World Leaders Destroy Trump in Trade War
As the United States are applying tariffs worth 28 billion dollars, we are responding with countermeasures worth 26 billion euros. This matches the economic scope of the tariffs of the United States. Our countermeasures will be introduced in two steps, starting with April 1st, and fully in place as of April 13th. In the meantime, we will always remain open to negotiations.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
OMG! World Leaders Destroy Trump in Trade War
We firmly believe that in a world fraught with geo-economic and political uncertainties, it is not in our common interest to burden our economies with such tariffs. We're ready to engage in a meaningful dialogue. I have entrusted Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to resume his talks to explore better solutions with the United States.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
OMG! World Leaders Destroy Trump in Trade War
The trade relations between the European Union and the United States are the biggest in the world. They have brought prosperity and security to millions of people, and trade has created millions of good jobs on both sides of the Atlantic. As of this morning, the United States is applying a 25% tariff on imports of steel and aluminum. We deeply regret this measure. Tariffs are taxes.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
Furious World Leaders Destroy Trump on Trade War
And because of this collective experience of the last, well, almost 75 years, so many Europeans feel utterly disheartened by the announcement from the United States. Let me be clear. Europe did not start this confrontation. We think it is wrong. But my message to you today is that we have everything we need to protect our people and our prosperity. We have the largest single market in the world.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
Furious World Leaders Destroy Trump on Trade War
We have the strength to negotiate. We have the power to push back. And the people of Europe should know that together we will always promote and defend our interests and our values, and together we will always stand up for our Europe.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
World Leaders Destroy Trump at Emergency Meeting
We had a very good and frank discussion. Basically, we've discussed everything that is around peace and strength. And of course, security guarantees are of utmost importance for Ukraine, but we need comprehensive security guarantees.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
World Leaders Destroy Trump at Emergency Meeting
This includes that we have to put Ukraine in a position of strength, that it has the means to fortify and protect itself from the economic survival to the military resilience. It's basically turning Ukraine into a steel porcupine that is indigestible for potential invaders.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
World Leaders Destroy Trump at Emergency Meeting
And therefore, the focus is not only on the military supply, but also, for example, securing the energy system and making sure that over time, this is a strong and resilient country. The second element I brought to the table is that we urgently have to rearm Europe.
The MeidasTouch Podcast
World Leaders Destroy Trump at Emergency Meeting
And for that, I will present a comprehensive plan how to rearm Europe on the 6th of March, when we have our European Council to the leaders.
WSJ What’s News
A New Global Trade Order Takes Shape
President Trump's announcement of universal tariffs on the whole world, including the European Union. is a major blow to the world economy.
WSJ What’s News
A New Global Trade Order Takes Shape
Reaching for tariffs as your first and last tool will not fix it. This is why from the outset we have always been ready to negotiate with the United States. to remove the remaining barriers to transatlantic trade.