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EU’s zero-for-zero tariff bid stalls amid US pushback
A renewed offer to scrap tariffs on industrial goods “won’t fly” with Washington, says an official from one EU country.

German auto lobby proposal sparks renewed debate on EU combustion engine ban

Airports bash EU for not following the UK on easing security checks

EU conjures up surprise law to govern use of ocean resources

Trump’s steel tariff raise misses real target, says EU

EU proposes junking strict self-driving car rules in Trump trade talk gambit

Ukraine says it hit dozens of Russian bombers in daring drone attack
White House to pull nomination of Musk ally for top NASA job
Jared Isaacman has a long-running relationship with Elon Musk.
Trump court turmoil strengthens EU hand in tariff talks
Two separate legal cases tackling Trump’s tariffs may push the U.S. administration to strike a quicker deal, analysts say.
Air passenger compensation reform hits Berlin-led turbulence
An effort by the Polish Council presidency to update the rules is running into German-led resistance.
US court strikes down Trump’s tariffs on countries around the world
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled unanimously that the president overstepped his powers in imposing the tariffs on dozens of trading partners, most of which he’s since paused.
EU launches major Black Sea plan with eye on defense as Putin hovers
Brussels announces strategy to invest in upgrading infrastructure for military use.
Brussels ‘urgently’ asks EU companies about US exposure as trade war deadline nears
Testing the strength of its hand, Brussels wants the latest data on the scale of EU investments in America ahead of crunch talks with the Trump administration.
A big, beautiful EU trade deal with Trump? Dream on!
European politicians have no appetite to give the White House big concessions and revisit the inflammatory topics that dominated the TTIP talks a decade ago.
Trump claims victory over EU in 50 percent tariff standoff
Donald Trump threatened the EU with a 50 percent tariff last week, on the grounds that talks between the two sides were “going nowhere.”
German court sends VW execs to prison over Dieselgate scandal
Consequences continue to be meted out over the massive corporate wrongdoing.
Trump delays EU tariff hike until July 9
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Sunday he’s granting an extension to the EU on the timeline to strike a deal to avoid his sweeping 50 percent tariffs …
Trump threatens EU with 50 percent tariff from June 1
Ultimatum comes hours before crunch call between U.S. and EU trade negotiators.
EU, US to discuss tariff offers on Friday
EU stands by its approach in the talks with Washington, Commission spokesperson says.
The air war over hand baggage reaches the EU
Airlines have launched a lobbying blitz in Brussels to combat efforts to allow larger cabin bags to fly for free.
Western countries reveal major Russian cyber-espionage campaign
Attacks ramped up after Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
Commission exempts 38,000 companies from 8 EU laws
The EU executive is creating a new category of “small mid-cap” companies as it continues a deregulation push.
Trump tanks EU business travel to America
Large decreases in U.S. bookings were recorded from companies in Germany, France, the U.K., Canada and Mexico.
EU to charge €2 fee for Temu, Shein packages
Handling fee would tackle packages pushed towards Europe by U.S. tariffs.
EU ministers seal fresh sanctions package against Russia
The package targets the Kremlin’s so-called shadow fleet.
EU tweaks list of trade offerings to Trump administration
Brussels highlights potential for cooperation in energy, telecoms, steel, semiconductors and cars.
Q&A: Preventing biofuels sustainability fraud and unfair competition
Amid concerns over sustainability fraud, the European biodiesel industry is pushing for regulatory reform. As Europe accelerates efforts to decarbonize transportation, biofuels have emerged as an important …
‘Pfizergate’ verdict: EU Commission wrong to block access to von der Leyen’s secret texts
General Court judgment could have huge repercussions for Commission president. It’s a “slam dunk” for transparency, says MEP.
Trump’s tariff deals send Europe to the back of the line
Trump calls the European Union “nastier” than China. The EU is taking a deep breath.
Merz to Trump: Give us ‘zero’ tariffs
German chancellor says as a first step existing levies should be lowered.
Chinese companies bought up European ports — and now Brussels is starting to worry
Chinese firms own stakes in about 30 European ports, and that’s raising security concerns.