European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the urgent rearming of Europe, emphasizing the need to bolster the continent’s defense capabilities amid ongoing security concerns over Ukraine.
Von der Leyen made the remarks on Sunday during a critical summit in London, where discussions focused on the escalating situation in Ukraine and broader European security challenges.
“The war in Ukraine has shown us that peace cannot be taken for granted. Europe must strengthen its defense and accelerate its rearmament efforts,” von der Leyen stated.
The summit brought together key European leaders to assess the region’s security posture and explore ways to enhance military cooperation. Von der Leyen highlighted the importance of investing in advanced defense technologies and coordinating efforts among member states to ensure Europe’s preparedness against external threats.
Her comments come amid rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with Western allies pledging continued support for Kyiv. The European Commission is expected to outline new defense funding strategies in the coming weeks as part of a broader push to reinforce the continent’s security infrastructure.
