Von der Leyen's Personal Spy Unit: Too Much Even for the EU
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EU Commission President Von der Leyen's plan for a personal intelligence spy unit faces internal resistance. Rivalry with Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas described as 'Game of Thrones' worthy. Kallas reportedly called her a 'dictator.' Unit downgraded to 'security unit' after pushback.
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Von der Leyen is scaling back her spy unit initiative after internal resistance. The unit was meant to protect against 'Russian hybrid threats' and report directly to her. Kaja Kallas privately complained about her 'dictator' style. The rivalry is described as 'Game of Thrones' worthy. Von der Leyen faces accusations of centralizing power and silencing commissioners.
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