Von der Leyen faced backlash after comments on Europe's role.
She emphasized the importance of a rules-based international order.
The statement comes amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Strategic angle: Ursula von der Leyen attempts to defuse criticism by reaffirming commitment to international law.
Von der Leyen faced backlash after comments on Europe's role.
She emphasized the importance of a rules-based international order.
The statement comes amid rising geopolitical tensions.