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US Secret Service agents shoot armed man near White House

Secret Service agents shot an armed man from Indiana near the White House in the US capital after a confrontation. President Trump was in Florida at the time.

Iran

Iran denies receiving Trump's letter seeking nuclear negotiations

Iran denies receiving letter from US President Donald Trump, but dismissed prospects of nuclear negotiations so long as Washington sanctions on Tehran remain in place.

Culture news

American war hero images erased as US Defense purges DEI content

War heroes and military firsts are among 3,500 images flagged for removal in the Pentagon's purge of DEI content.

Europe News

Swedes launch boycott of US goods in response to recent policy shifts

Group members hope the boycott can effectively pressure the US administration, and use the platform to share alternative buying options.

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Europe News

Atlanticism's last stand: Meloni’s bid to keep EU engaged with US

As some EU leaders consider the consequences of an apparent US disengagement from Europe’s security, Italy’s premier remains one of the strongest advocates for keeping the continent under American protection.

Economy

US job market remains strong despite rising global tariff uncertainty

The US job market stayed resilient in February, although there were increasing concerns of the effects of US president Donald Trump's new policies regarding the federal workforce and global tariffs.

Europe News

Commission defends EU digital markets rules in the face of US attacks

In a letter seen by Euronews and sent to the US Congress, Vice-presidents Teresa Ribera and Henna Virkkunen defend EU digital legislation, which they claim applies to companies regardless of where they are located. It comes a day after MEPs also wrote to US authorities justifying DMA’s enforcement.

USA

Trump backtracks and postpones Canada and Mexico tariffs for a month

The US president signed new executive orders on Thursday postponing 25% tariffs on many imports from Mexico and some from Canada for a month.

Europe News

Zelenskyy says talks with US officials to take place in Saudi Arabia

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says talks with US delegations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine to take place in Saudi Arabia next week.

World News

'Positive movement' in US-Ukraine relationship, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the two sides have been working on an upcoming meeting, after the US announced it paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine.

Culture news

Further mysteries surround the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and wife

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife were found dead in their home, with authorities saying the couple had seemingly been deceased for some time when their bodies were discovered. More details are surfacing that add further mystery to the deaths.

USA

Trump touts renewed peace talks with Ukraine, repeats Greenland claims

The US president celebrated his administration's achievements so far in a record-long 90-minute address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.

Europe News

Zelenskyy willing to work under Trump leadership on Ukraine peace plan

The Ukrainian president expressed regret Tuesday over his exchange with his US counterpart Donald Trump and urged for a return to cooperation after Washington paused its military support to Ukraine.

Europe News

Commission to respond to US Congress’ digital questioning by 10 March

Under pressure from the US House of Representatives, Commission Vice-President Teresa Ribera told Euronews that she would respond to Republican Congressmen's questioning on digital enforcement by 10 March.

Europe News

Brussels insists US is 'an ally' after Trump halts aid to Ukraine

Brussels has avoided criticising Washington for the suspension of military aid, which could have serious repercussions for Ukraine's fight against Russia.

North Korea

Kim Jong-un’s sister threatens US aircraft carrier in South Korea

Experts say North Korea could increase its weapons testing after the arrival of a US aircraft carrier last week.

Economy

Markets slide as Trump confirms tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

US President Donald Trump said he would proceed with planned tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, causing a broad selloff in US stock markets.

Europe News

The importance of American combat aircraft in Europe

Europe has its own fighter aircraft industry, but many countries also rely on American models. This risks dependency on Washington.

USA

Trump pauses US Ukraine military aid after Zelenskyy White House spat

A White House official said Trump wants the Ukrainian president to commit to reaching a peace deal with Russia.

USA

US: Tensions rise over Ukraine and tariffs ahead of Trump's address

The White House has expressed support for a Europe-driven initiative aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, but has refrained from specifying what role the United States would play in the proposed plan.