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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen diagnosed with 'severe pneumonia' in worrying blow for bloc


Published on 2025-01-04 03:00:38 - MSN
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  • Ursula von der Leyen is the de facto leader of the European Union and a familiar figure for anyone who followed the protracted negotiations which followed the 2016 referendum.

Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, has been diagnosed with severe pneumonia, which has raised concerns about the leadership and stability within the European Union at a critical time. This health setback comes as the EU faces multiple challenges including economic recovery, geopolitical tensions, and ongoing issues related to Brexit and the Ukraine conflict. Von der Leyen, who has been instrumental in navigating these issues, is currently receiving treatment, and her condition has led to discussions about potential temporary leadership arrangements within the Commission. Her illness is seen as a significant blow to the bloc, given her central role in EU policy-making and international negotiations.

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