Has Ursula von der Leyen taken a break from rhapsodizing about Israel?
Back in April 2023, the European Commission president published a video praising that state for 75 years of “dynamism, ingenuity and groundbreaking innovations.”
As she sought reappointment over recent weeks and months, von der Leyen has avoided repeating that message. Yet there are strong indications that Israel’s “groundbreaking innovations” are influencing her policies.
Boosting the weapons industry is a strong priority for von der Leyen as she prepares to begin a second term. One of the first projects she wants to push forward is being described as a “European air shield.” ….more
