On the mark, as always, Tom. Also embarrassing was the first line of von der Leyen’s X post:
The EU and Argentina share deep bonds and strong values, I told @JMilei.
Well, at least “libertarian” Milei should have been embarrassed to hear it…but apparently he wasn’t despite his perpetually red face (below). 🙂
7:34 pm on September 25, 2024The EU and Argentina share deep bonds and strong values, I told @JMilei.
We have an opportunity to enhance our partnership and conclude EU-Mercosur negotiations, as we navigate global tensions together.
We remain aligned in our support to Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/WUgEyZH5WS
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) September 24, 2024