EU reacts to US tariff threat as Trump plans 'major statement' on Russia - Europe live
EU ministers hold urgent talks in response to Trump's 30% tariff threat on the bloc. Despite promising discussions, Trump aims to address trade deficits with the EU. Leaders like Macron prepare for a possible trade war, while others hope for a fair resolution. EU trade commissioner expresses concern over prohibitive tariffs affecting trade relations. Updates on Ukraine expected as Trump prepares for a significant announcement on Russia.
EU ministers are meeting this morning for urgent talks after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 30% tariffs on the bloc, despite promising talks with the US administration. EU leaders are reacting to the announcement, with French President Emmanuel Macron warning of a potential trade war while Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hopes for a fair agreement. EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič expressed concern over the prohibitive tariffs and pledged to engage further with US counterparts to resolve the crisis.
Trump is expected to make a major statement on Russia during Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte's visit to Washington, including an announcement on new Patriots missiles for Kyiv. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.
According to the source: The Guardian.
What's Your Reaction?
Like
0
Dislike
0
Love
0
Funny
0
Angry
0
Sad
0
Wow
0
