Mar 16 EU chief proposes 30-day ban on nonessential entry into bloc By Lorne Cook, Samuel Petrequin, Associated Press Speaking after an extraordinary video-conference meeting of the leaders of the G-7 countries, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said travel restrictions should be in place for an initial period that can be prolonged if necessary. Continue reading
Jul 16 Von der Leyen confirmed as new European Commission president By Raf Casert, Associated Press She became the first woman to hold one of the most prestigious positions in the European Union and who will be one of the most prominent faces from the bloc on the world stage. Continue reading
Jul 02 German minister nominated to become first woman in top European Union post By Lorne Cook, Raf Casert, Associated Press German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has been tapped to become the new president of the bloc's powerful executive arm, the European Commission. Continue reading