Ursula von der Leyen Faces Critical Vote for Second Term as EU Chief

European Parliament's decision could lead to significant political shifts amid global and internal challenges.

Von der Leyen needs 361 votes from MEPs for reappointment, with support uncertain from key groups.
Her leadership has been marked by crisis management, including the pandemic and the Ukraine war.
Critics argue her political strategies have alienated both right and left factions within the EU.
Supporters emphasize her role in maintaining EU stability against external threats from Russia and China.
A rejection could trigger a leadership vacuum and uncertainty about the EU's future direction.