EU Leaders Meet in Brussels for Top Appointments

EU leaders are convening in Brussels to determine key appointments, including the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission, and the High Representative for Foreign Policy. Negotiators have proposed Antonio Costa, Ursula von der Leyen, and Kaja Kalas for these roles. The summit will also address strategic agendas, European defense, immigration, and EU enlargement. Ursula von der Leyen is poised for re-election as Commission President, pending approval by the parliament, while António Costa and Kaja Kalas are expected to assume other significant positions, reflecting European diversity and inclusiveness. Despite concerns of rising far-right support in recent elections, the EU's leadership transition appears relatively smooth and stable.