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Ursula von der Leyen honored with award for contributions to European unity
- Ursula von der Leyen, European Commission President, received the 2025 Charlemagne Prize in Aachen for her contributions to European unity.
- Her award followed a leadership tenure marked by geopolitical upheaval and green transition amid criticisms for a top-down approach and limited transparency.
- The jury recognized von der Leyen as a powerful advocate for Europe on the global stage and as an outstanding leader who embodies the spirit of a united continent, steering significant transformation.
- At age 66, von der Leyen was re-elected in 2024, while past Charlemagne laureates include Winston Churchill and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, highlighting the prize's prestige.
- This award underscores von der Leyen’s central role in EU leadership and may strengthen her position amid ongoing political scrutiny.
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