Ursula von der Leyen: Europe must fight for its independence

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, stated that Europe must fight for its place in a world where dependencies are used as weapons. In her speech on the state of the EU, she highlighted the difficulties faced by European citizens, including the rising cost of living, and emphasized the importance of unity among member states. Von der Leyen called for a free Europe to choose its partnerships and decide its fate, promoting a more transparent and democratic Union.