“Would this have happened if I had worn a suit and tie?” – Von der Leyen on Turkey sofa gate

The president of the European Commission has slammed Turkey for its disrespectful behaviour to her during her recent visit there.

 

Ursula von der Leyen described to MEPs in the European Parliament last night how she felt after being relegated to a sofa during a meeting with the Turkish president and her European Council counterpart Charles Michel.

The two met sat on majestic chairs while Ms Von der Leyen was forced to sit further away from them on a sofa during the meeting.  

The incident caused outrage at the time and President von der Leyen said it left her feeling hurt and alone.

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