Ursula von der LeyenAug 31, 2025, 10:17 AMBluesky

Von der Leyen calls for strong deterrence against Putin

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Von der Leyen claims Putin started four wars in 25 years and calls for strong deterrence and rapid improvements in Europe's defence posture.

Putin has not changed. In the last 25 years he started four wars. He can only be kept in check through strong deterrence. We must be precise and fast with the surge in our defence posture ↓ europa.eu/!wgH6QK

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