EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered a speech in the European Parliament addressing various issues, including a drone alliance with Ukraine and a European Affordable Housing Plan. While some MEPs, like Robert Biedron and Barry Andrews, appreciated her message, they emphasized the need for concrete actions. The speech also included a shift in tone regarding Israel, with von der Leyen calling the situation in Gaza 'unacceptable' and proposing sanctions, which surprised some members of her own party.