Christine Lagarde resigns from her position to intervene freely and "defend the truth"

Christine Lagarde announced her resignation from the European Central Bank to freely express her views on international issues beyond monetary policy. She emphasized the need for freedom of speech and the importance of her contributions to global discussions. Lagarde's departure is being managed smoothly, with the process of finding her successor already underway. She reassured that the institution remains strong and stable. Lagarde has led the ECB since 2019 and was expected to serve until October 2024.