EU Parliament: Metsola remains President - Two Germans elected as Vice Presidents

Roberta Metsola has been re-elected as President of the European Parliament, with two German politicians elected as Vice Presidents. Metsola emphasized the need to bridge the gap between people's expectations of Europe and what it can achieve.

She also stressed the importance of a strong parliament that advances the laws citizens want and need. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky congratulated Metsola and expressed his appreciation for her support.

The European Parliament also elected 11 Vice Presidents, including Sabine Verheyen from the CDU and Katarina Barley from the SPD. The election of Metsola and the Vice Presidents is part of the package of appointments for top European positions agreed upon by EU leaders.

Ursula von der Leyen, the current President of the European Commission, is seeking re-election but faces challenges and needs the support of various groups. EU Parliament President Metsola expressed her hope for good cooperation with António Costa, the future President of the European Council.

The appointment of Ewa Kopacz as Vice President of the European Parliament was also confirmed, while Toni Comín questioned Metsola's democratic legitimacy.