EU Commission President pushes for greater military capabilities

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4 years ago

September 16, 2021

The President of the European Union Commission, Ursula von der Leyen has used her State of the Union address to push for greater EU military capabilities

The EU Commission President says she wishes for the EU to be part of the global solution… and her comments follow the recent withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan.

After the Afghan pull-out, the President believes the EU needed the “political will” to intervene without the assistance and guidance of the US led NATO.

The European Union has historically relied on the NATO alliance for any military missions and action.

Afghan women shout slogans during an anti-Pakistan protest near the Pakistan embassy in Kabul on September 7, 2021. Image: File

The rapid collapse of Kabul has recently reignited the conversation about the EU’s ability to stand on its own two feet and drive its own defence policy

The president’s announcement follows the German Defence Minister saying earlier this month that the EU should become “a strategic player to be reckoned with”.

French President Emmanuel Macron has also made similar calls in the past.

Meanwhile, Ursula von der Leyen believes it’s time for the EU defence union.

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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, balancing inflation and jobs, as some governors advocate for a cut. #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Economy

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January 29, 2026

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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, balancing inflation and jobs, as some governors advocate for a cut.

The Federal Reserve has opted to keep interest rates unchanged, marking the first pause since July. Officials are showing little urgency to resume cuts, even after previous rate reductions.

Two Fed governors opposed the decision, calling for a quarter-point cut, highlighting ongoing debates within the rate-setting committee, which includes both appointed governors and regional bank presidents.

Concerns over the job market and persistent inflation continue to weigh heavily on the Fed’s policy decisions, leaving economists and investors closely watching the next moves.

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Trump urges Iran to resume nuclear talks or face stronger U.S. military response amid economic struggles and tensions rise.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iran to return to nuclear negotiations, warning that failure to do so could result in a far more severe military response. Posting on Truth Social, Trump signalled a hardening stance as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to rise.

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Minaj supports Trump as his biggest fan, rejecting bullying and claiming divine protection for him.

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January 29, 2026

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Minaj supports Trump as his biggest fan, rejecting bullying and claiming divine protection for him.

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She framed her comments as a stand against online intimidation rather than a call for division, with the remarks sparking widespread debate on social media and renewing discussion around celebrity influence in politics.

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