Ursula von der Leyen has been chastised for sending a “lukewarm” congratulations message to Liz Truss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Earlier on Monday, it was announced that Ms Truss, the UK’s chief Brexit negotiator, would become the next leader of the Conservative Party, defeating rival Rishi Sunak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Congratulations, @trussliz,” said the President of the European Commission in response to the news. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The EU and the UK are partners. We face many challenges together, from climate change to Russia\u2019s invasion of Ukraine. I look forward to a constructive relationship, in full respect of our agreements.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some, however, have criticised Ms von der Leyen’s tone, claiming that the tweet is a “threat” to Ms Truss and that she should follow the Northern Ireland Protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
France 24 European Affairs editor, Catherine Nicholson said: “The congrats message from the EU Commission President feels lukewarm to me and “in full respect of our agreements” reads as: “so long as you stick to the Brexit deal”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Doesn’t sound like a partner to me, sounds more like a threat “our way or no way,” but then we’re used to that, which is why we voted out of the asylum that is the EU!” tweeted @takeusout_lynda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liz Truss announced plans earlier this year to override parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol, which the EU claims violate international law.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Ursula von der Leyen has been chastised for sending a “lukewarm” congratulations message to Liz Truss. Earlier on Monday, it was announced that Ms Truss, the UK’s chief Brexit negotiator, … <\/p>\n