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The Guardian view on the EU and big tech: Brussels must lay down the law

Editorial: Washington is seeking to bully its way to the deregulation of US digital giants. In the interests of European citizens, the pressure must be resisted

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2025

Italy's Meloni Seeks EU Tariff Deal From Trump

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will meet Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, hoping a personal charm offensive can help convince the US president to cut the EU a better deal on tariffs.

International Business Times · Apr 17, 2025

EU-Ukraine trade talks enter crucial phase on agriculture

The EU executive is leaning toward reinstating quotas in the next trade framework with Ukraine, while Kyiv is pushing to maintain the current regime. With time running out, both sides are under pressure to reach a deal.

Euronews · Apr 11, 2025

Von der Leyen vows to use all cards to 'push back' against Trump's reciprocal tariffs

Brussels has a "strong plan to retaliate" against Trump's reciprocal tariffs, Ursula von der Leyen has said while calling for a "negotiated solution".

Euronews · Apr 1, 2025

EU Commission preparing 'well calibrated' retaliation to US tariffs

As the US rolls out new tariffs, the European Commission is preparing its response. The latest measures will factor in the car tariffs announced on Wednesday night, along with the reciprocal tariffs expected next week, as trade tensions between Brussels and Washington escalate.

Euronews · Mar 27, 2025

ReArm Europe? EU Re-thinks Name After Objections

The EU may be scrambling to boost its defences in the face of Russia and unpredictable US President Donald Trump -- but low-spending Spain and Italy insist Brussels avoids saying "rearm".

International Business Times · Mar 21, 2025

Rocked By Trump, EU Seeks To Kickstart Defence Push

The EU on Wednesday will look to fire the starting pistol on plans to help member states bolster their defences, as Europe grapples with an aggressive Russia and the potential loss of US security protections.

International Business Times · Mar 19, 2025

Facing Trump And Putin, Are The EU's Defence Plans Enough?

Faced by a menacing Russia and unreliable United States, the EU is pushing a mammoth plan to boost its defences that Brussels says could unlock up to 800 billion euros ($860 billion).

International Business Times · Mar 11, 2025

Starmer to avoid immediate counter-tariffs if Trump puts levies on UK steel

British PM has discussed issue with president, as US trade war with Canada escalates

The Guardian - UK · Mar 11, 2025

The Ukraine crisis has accelerated a reset of UK-EU relations – but will it last?

Trump’s abandonment of Ukraine has led even Farage to praise Starmer’s lead role in European diplomacy

The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2025