Ursula von der Leyen is reelected as the President of the EU Commission despite facing challenges.

Ursula von der Leyen was reelected as the president of the European Union. She won with a comfortable majority and will serve for another five years. This ensures that the EU will have stable leadership during challenging times.

Von der Leyen thanked her supporters, calling them "pro-European, pro-Ukraine (and) pro-rule of law.". She emphasized the importance of a strong Europe. She also highlighted the need to protect democracy, which she said is under attack both from within and outside the EU.

The Greens/European Free Alliance group in the parliament supported von der Leyen after she promised to focus on climate change, social issues, and affordable housing. They also appreciated her commitment to not working with far-right groups.

Although Italy's far-right Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni voted against von der Leyen, she stated that this would not affect Italy's cooperation with the EU. Meloni's party had gained significant ground in recent European Parliament elections.

Von der Leyen outlined her plans for her next term, including strengthening the EU's economy and security, addressing migration, and tackling climate change. She also promised to address housing shortages and appoint a commissioner specifically for the Mediterranean region due to its unique challenges.