Source: European Commission (video statements)
In her State of the European Union speech (SOTEU 2025), President Ursula von der Leyen stresses the growing threats to democracy: disinformation, weakened media, and divided societies. The EU is planning bold steps: a European Democracy Shield, a Centre for Democratic Resilience, and new support for local, independent journalism. Because a free press is the backbone of democracy.
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