The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, stated that Europe must respond to recent challenges with measures beyond traditional defense.

In a speech delivered in the European Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that recent incidents involving drones highlight a hybrid campaign aimed at destabilizing the European Union. Although she did not explicitly name Russia, she mentioned that its goal is to provoke divisions. Von der Leyen insisted on the need for a new mindset in the face of threats, underscoring the importance of unity, deterrence, and firmness in Europe's response.