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Europe weathers US defence, trade shocks
The European Commission's trade boss Maroš Šefčovič heads to Paris to talk business with a senior White House representative, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa remain in Armenia to deepen relations in the South Caucasus.
EU.XL
Two years of DMA: is it really 'fit for purpose'?
On 28 April, the European Commission's first formal review of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) found it “fit for purpose”, noting its positive impact on consumers and competition. The Parliament calls for fast-tracking stronger enforcement amid external pushback.
Europe News
EU ambassadors hold private discussions on mutual defence clause
Representatives from the EU's 27 countries are simulating how to collectively respond to a variety of threats spanning hybrid attacks to typical aggressions. But questions loom regarding the exact details of the scenarios — and outcomes.
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Europe News
EU and US trade chiefs to meet as tariff tensions escalate
The Turnberry deal is still under negotiation between EU governments and lawmakers before it can take effect on the EU side, and the Commission warned that if the US takes actions deemed inconsistent with the agreement, it reserves the right to consider all options.
Europe Today
Donald Trump's EU car tariffs ‘targeting Germany,’ says key German MEP
German MEP Bernd Lange said US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25% tariffs on EU cars appears to target Germany, following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism of the US stance on Iran. However, the move would likely breach the EU–US trade agreement reached last summer.
Europe Today
Trump's trade, defence announcements hotly discussed in Yerevan
The European Political Community (EPC) in the Armenian capital has attracted 47 leaders from around the world, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. US President Donald Trump's trade and defence announcements are expected to be interrogated.
EU.XL
How is the EU breaking the 'grip' of tech giants?
The Commission's first formal review found the Digital Market Act (DMA) “fit for purpose”. While critics warn against procedural compliance issues, the Parliament asks for smoother implementation. Do you want to know how the DMA regulates online platforms? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Europe News
'No strategy' behind Trump's withdrawal of NATO troops from Germany
Trump did not warn allies prior to his abrupt announcement of the withdrawal of 5,000 active-duty troops from Germany. The sudden move came amid an ongoing feud with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, sparked by his criticism of the US' war in Iran, and Washington's strategy.
The Europe Conversation
'EU ready to talk with US, but cannot erase rules,' trade chief says
After months of pressure from the US, EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič told Euronews that Brussels has agreed to open a “digital dialogue” with Washington. Still, US tariffs on EU steel and aluminium remain.
Europe News
European Defence Union: Silver bullet or time-waster?
EU defence chief Andrius Kubilius is pushing a European Defence Union to tie Ukraine with its European allies, but the idea is already under fire, with one MEP warning that it risks distracting from the current job of bulletproofing the EU.