EU's von der Leyen faces criticism and adjusts foreign policy stance

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen faced criticism from left-wing lawmakers for not condemning U.S. and Israeli strikes in the Middle East. Following this backlash, she walked back a description of EU foreign policy as 'interest-driven' and instead stressed 'unwavering' support for a rules-based international order. She and EU Council President Charles Costa are scheduled to speak with Middle Eastern leaders.