Ursula von der Leyen: day-by-day archive

Ursula von der Leyen visited Albania on October 1, 2026, to discuss the country's European Union membership bid, according to coverage from SeeNews and EUalive. Reports from The New Voice of Ukraine noted that she also faced discussions regarding Ukraine's request for additional funding for 2027. During her visit to Albania, she was reported in coverage from EUalive to have encountered protesters opposing the country's EU integration.

On September 30, 2026, Ursula von der Leyen was reported to be in Albania as part of a tour of the Balkans, where she stated that the country's goal of EU accession is in sight, according to coverage from Yeni Şafak English and Anadolu Ajansı. Additionally, reports from Politico and ANSA noted that she received a request from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for increased flexibility regarding EU budget rules to address inflation. Coverage from the European Commission also confirmed her attendance at the UN General Assembly to discuss the EU's commitment to multilateralism.

Reported in Brussels.

Ursula von der Leyen was reported in Strasbourg to deliver the State of the Union address to the European Parliament, according to coverage from Euronews, France 24, and RTL Today. Reports from Reuters, the Financial Times, and RTE stated that she outlined future priorities for the European Union, including proposals for social media and gaming restrictions for children and a focus on strengthening ties with Canada. Additional coverage from Politico noted that she held meetings with Mark Carney and addressed public awareness regarding her role as Commission president.

Ursula von der Leyen delivered a State of the Union speech, according to coverage from Politico. Politico also reported on a diplomatic interaction between von der Leyen and Mark Carney.

Ursula von der Leyen was reported in coverage from Politico to have changed her schedule to attend a speech by Mark Carney at the European Parliament. Additional reporting from Politico discussed the European Union's policy plans regarding migration.

Ursula von der Leyen was reported in Brussels, where she addressed the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and prepared for the State of the European Union speech. According to coverage from various outlets, she is considering new EU water legislation and proposals to restrict minors' access to social media platforms. Additionally, she announced plans to expand the IRIS² satellite program to increase European investment in space infrastructure.

On September 10, 2026, Ursula von der Leyen was reported in Paris alongside French President Emmanuel Macron to advocate for increased investment and security in the European space sector. According to coverage from various outlets, she also announced upcoming European Commission plans regarding the protection of children on social media and faced reports concerning an EU watchdog investigation into an AI envoy appointment. Additionally, she issued a statement regarding the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and was noted in previews for her upcoming State of the European Union address.

Reported in Nuuk.

Reported in Greenland.