President of the European Commission6 Apr 2023Macron counting on Xi to 'bring Russia to senses'The French president urges his Chinese counterpart to use his influence to end the Ukraine war.6 Apr 2023China7 Sep 2022Ukraine round-up: Eastern advance and Crimea claimPresident Zelensky says Ukraine has retaken settlements in the east, as Ukraine admits attacks in Crimea.7 Sep 2022Europe17 Dec 2021EU warns Russia of 'severe cost' over UkraineLeaders say aggression will result in "massive consequences" including new economic sanctions.17 Dec 2021Europe15 Sep 2021Von der Leyen pushes for next level on EU defenceThe European Commission President has called for the power to intervene militarily without the US.15 Sep 2021Europe25 Mar 2021Europe wants 'fair share' of vaccineUrsula von der Leyen says AstraZeneca must honour its EU contract first.25 Mar 2021Europe10 Feb 2021Industry 'must step up' on Covid-19 vaccinesThe European Commission president also admits mistakes were made in the initial rollout of vaccines.10 Feb 2021Europe20 Jan 2021EU Commission welcomes 'friend in White House'European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says the EU is ready for a new start with the US.20 Jan 2021Europe29 Dec 2020Landmark post-Brexit trade deal to be signedThe treaty will be signed by Boris Johnson and EU chiefs on Wednesday as MPs prepare to vote on it.29 Dec 2020UK Politics24 Dec 2020How the Brexit trade deal was announcedBoris Johnson said the UK has "taken back control", while Ursula von der Leyen said it was time to "look to the future".24 Dec 2020UK
