The EU's top court ruled that the European Commission was wrong to refuse the release of text messages between Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer's Albert Bourla regarding Covid-19 vaccine negotiations. The court criticized the Commission for not providing a plausible explanation for withholding the messages, which remain secret despite a journalist's request. Transparency International praised the ruling as a significant victory for transparency in the EU. The case, known as Pfizergate, raises concerns about von der Leyen's reputation and the Commission's transparency practices. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)