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Von der Leyen ally tipped to join EU Commission's defence industry directorate

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in Brussels on 13 July 2026.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in Brussels on 13 July 2026. © Olivier Matthys/EPA/MaxPPP

A German managing director from the European External Action Service (EEAS) is expected to join the European Commission shortly. The move comes amid a power struggle between the two institutions and as the EU's diplomatic arm finds itself in an increasingly delicate position.

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