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Wall Street bosses fear anti-American backlash as Trump's trade war intensifies

Wall Street bosses are girding for Europe to sideline American investment banks in response to the tariff war unleashed by U.S.

Wall Street bosses fear anti-American backlash as Trump's trade war intensifies
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

US wine sellers worry as Trump tariffs set to hit Wednesday

Adam Williams, 57, owner of Ansley Wine Merchants in Atlanta, said he was bracing for the worst on Wednesday, as President Donald Trump's tariffs are set to kick in,

US wine sellers worry as Trump tariffs set to hit Wednesday
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Armenia adopts law to launch EU accession process

Armenia's president on Friday signed into law a bill that sets a legal foundation for the South Caucasus country to move towards joining the European Union as it moves to

Armenia adopts law to launch EU accession process
Election|Europe|Political|US|World

'Free Le Pen!' Trump, Musk and Vance voice support for French far-right leader

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'Free Le Pen!' Trump, Musk and Vance voice support for French far-right leader
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

Global stocks, and yields, plunge as Trump tariffs fan trade war fears

World markets were slammed on Thursday by U.S. President Donald Trump's unveiling of reciprocal tariffs to match duties put on U.S. goods by other countries.

Global stocks, and yields, plunge as Trump tariffs fan trade war fears
Business|Economy|Europe|US

Steelmaker Aperam to seek potential exemptions from US tariffs

The Luxembourg-based steel group Aperam said on Thursday it would explore potential exemptions from announced U.S. tariffs, along with its U.S. customers.

Steelmaker Aperam to seek potential exemptions from US tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|US

Spain's Acerinox says tariffs positive in principle, but wary of surplus flooding EU

Spanish steel maker Acerinox said on Thursday that the U.S. tariffs would have "in principle" positive effects on the company as the country is its main market and where its main

Spain's Acerinox says tariffs positive in principle, but wary of surplus flooding EU
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Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’

Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’

Europe prepares countermeasures to Trump’s tariffs, calling them a ‘major blow to the world economy’
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Luxury, Swiss watchmaker shares take a hit from new U.S. tariffs

Shares in European luxury companies dropped on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs, including on goods from the European Union and Switzerland.

Luxury, Swiss watchmaker shares take a hit from new U.S. tariffs
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU plans countermeasures to new US tariffs, says EU chief

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described U.S.

EU plans countermeasures to new US tariffs, says EU chief
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France says Trump tariffs could be in 20-25 pct range, causing major disorder

France expects tariffs to be announced later on Wednesday from U.S President Donald Trump on French and European products to be in the range of 20-25%, leading to "major economic

France says Trump tariffs could be in 20-25 pct range, causing major disorder
Economy|Europe|Political|US

Italy's government, businesses warn of heavy impact of U.S. tariffs

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and its top business lobby warned on Wednesday that looming U.S. tariffs would have a major impact on the

Italy's government, businesses warn of heavy impact of U.S. tariffs
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

German wind farms asked to install radar amid security concerns

Wind farms off the northern German coast have been asked to install radar facilities in an attempt to boost surveillance of ships and drones, the federal maritime authority said on

German wind farms asked to install radar amid security concerns
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Trump tariffs will have massive effect on Italian companies, business lobby warns

The effect of U.S. tariffs on Italian companies will be massive, the head of national industry lobby Confindustria said on Wednesday, calling for Europe to negotiate with President

Trump tariffs will have massive effect on Italian companies, business lobby warns
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Vietnam to host China, EU leaders in coming weeks amid US tariff risks, sources say

China's President Xi Jinping and European Union leaders are set to visit Vietnam in the next few weeks in a swirl of diplomatic activity amid

Vietnam to host China, EU leaders in coming weeks amid US tariff risks, sources say
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Europe warns Trump: We have ‘a strong plan’ for retaliation against tariffs

Europe warns Trump: We have ‘a strong plan’ for retaliation against tariffs

Europe warns Trump: We have ‘a strong plan’ for retaliation against tariffs
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Marine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door

For years, Marine Le Pen stood at the gates of power — poised, relentless and rising

Marine Le Pen brought the far right to France’s front door
Crime|Election|Europe|Political

Le Pen verdict triggers uproar from far right in France and beyond

A court ruling barring far-right politician Marine Le Pen from office for five years has reverberated across France and Europe

Le Pen verdict triggers uproar from far right in France and beyond
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Technology

Stellantis to buy CO2 credits from Tesla 'pool' also in 2025, exec says

Stellantis will buy credits from a "pool" led by Tesla also in 2025, to meet European Union's CO2 reduction requirements, despite Brussels giving carmakers three years to

Stellantis to buy CO2 credits from Tesla 'pool' also in 2025, exec says
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PayPal's shares slide as EU lawmaker raises prospect of new fees amid trade tensions

PayPal's shares fell 5% on Friday after comments from a European Union lawmaker raised concerns that payments firms could get swept up in escalating trade tensions and

PayPal's shares slide as EU lawmaker raises prospect of new fees amid trade tensions
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'

A German government spokesperson said on Friday that "nothing is off the table" with regards to punitive measures in response to the threat of U.S. tariffs, after an EU lawmaker

Berlin on measures against U.S. tech giants: 'Nothing is off the table'
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

France says it is making progress toward resolving cognac imports dispute with China

France’s foreign affairs minister says France and China are making progress toward resolving a trade dispute over cognac imports

France says it is making progress toward resolving cognac imports dispute with China
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Technology

Europe races to secure critical minerals as global supply tensions mount

The European Union is ramping up efforts to secure critical minerals and reduce reliance on China

Europe races to secure critical minerals as global supply tensions mount
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Italy is concerned but not 'terrified' by potential Trump wine tariffs, minister says

Italy is concerned but not "terrified" of any new tariffs the United States could impose on wine, the country's agriculture minister said on Thursday, adding he

Italy is concerned but not 'terrified' by potential Trump wine tariffs, minister says
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EU preparing "robust, calibrated" response to new U.S. import tariffs, Commission says

The European Union is preparing its response to the new import tariffs on imported vehicles announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, the European Commission said on Thursday.

EU preparing "robust, calibrated" response to new U.S. import tariffs, Commission says
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says larger tariffs could be imposed on Canada, EU if they cause US 'economic harm'

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that larger tariffs could be placed on the European Union and Canada if they both work together "to do economic harm to the USA."

Trump says larger tariffs could be imposed on Canada, EU if they cause US 'economic harm'
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU trade commissioner to meet U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick on Tuesday

The European Commissioner for trade, Maros Sefcovic, is heading to Washington to meet U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday, a Commission spokesperson said on Monday.

EU trade commissioner to meet U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick on Tuesday
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU leaders vow to continue backing Ukraine, but make no concrete pledge

European Union leaders said on Thursday that they will continue to support Ukraine, but they did not immediately endorse a call by

EU leaders vow to continue backing Ukraine, but make no concrete pledge
Europe|Political

Spain's ruling coalition split over defence spending as EU leaders push for increases

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pledged on Thursday to boost Spain's defence spending along with the rest of the EU, though a parliamentary vote

Spain's ruling coalition split over defence spending as EU leaders push for increases
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU delays first tariffs against U.S. to mid-April

The European Union has delayed its first counter-measures against the United States over President Donald Trump's metals tariffs until mid-April, allowing it

EU delays first tariffs against U.S. to mid-April
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU struggles to bring Trump to the table on tariffs

As one of the European Union's top negotiators, Sabine Weyand has battled Britain over Brexit and driven tough trade talks around the world.

EU struggles to bring Trump to the table on tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Greece to press EU over returning illegal migrants denied asylum, says PM

ATHENS - Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday that illegal migrants denied asylum by Greece should be returned to their country of origin, and he urged the European Union to

Greece to press EU over returning illegal migrants denied asylum, says PM
Europe|Political|World

EU proposes joint defence push amid Russia fears and US worries

Europe should further boost military spending, pool resources on joint defence projects and buy more European arms, according to an EU blueprint

EU proposes joint defence push amid Russia fears and US worries
Business|Europe|Political|Technology

European Union lays out how Apple must open its tech up to competitors under bloc's digital rules

The European Union on Wednesday outlined that steps that Apple must take to open up its iPhone and iPad operating systems to work better with competing technologies

European Union lays out how Apple must open its tech up to competitors under bloc's digital rules
Business|Europe|Political|World

The EU wants to break its security dependency on the US and buy more European weapons

The European Union has announced a new drive to break its security dependency on the United States

The EU wants to break its security dependency on the US and buy more European weapons
Europe|Political|Technology|World

EU should fund Ukraine's access to satellite internet, Commission says

The European Union should fund Ukraine's access to space services that can be provided by EU-based commercial providers, the European Commission said in its white

EU should fund Ukraine's access to satellite internet, Commission says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political

EU proposes cutting steel imports by 15% as Trump tariffs bite

The European Union will tighten steel import quotas to reduce inflows by a further 15% from April, a senior EU official said on Wednesday, in a

EU proposes cutting steel imports by 15% as Trump tariffs bite
Europe|Political|World

Tens of thousands join pro-Europe rally in Rome, amid worries over European Union's plan to rearm

Tens of thousands of Italians have joined a pro-Europe rally in the center of Rome, waving blue European Union flags in a sign of support and unity amid a European push for rearmament that has split the country

Tens of thousands join pro-Europe rally in Rome, amid worries over European Union's plan to rearm
Election|Europe|Political

Romanians rally to show support for Europe amid election tensions

Thousands of Romanians took to the streets of Bucharest on Saturday to show their support for the European Union, amid political disputes

Romanians rally to show support for Europe amid election tensions
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

With Trump's zigzag actions on trade, March came in like a lion and won't be going out like a lamb

On the U.S. trade front, March came in like a lion and won't be going out like a lamb

With Trump's zigzag actions on trade, March came in like a lion and won't be going out like a lamb
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

BMW sees earnings hit from US tariffs as EU warns against escalation

German carmaker BMW said on Friday it expected tariffs to cost it 1 billion euros ($1.09 billion) this year, while

BMW sees earnings hit from US tariffs as EU warns against escalation
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy faces EU accounting change that could add billions to public debt

European Union authorities are considering an accounting change that would increase Italy's towering public debt, two sources with knowledge of the matter told

Italy faces EU accounting change that could add billions to public debt
Africa|Europe|Political|World

EU to sanction nine people over Congo violence, diplomats say

The European Union is expected to sanction nine individuals in connection with violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, two EU diplomats said on Friday.

EU to sanction nine people over Congo violence, diplomats say
Europe|Political|World

EU envoys renew sanctions on Russian individuals, entities

The European Union agreed on Friday to renew sanctions on Russian individuals and entities but kept Russian tycoon Mikhail Fridman on the list

EU envoys renew sanctions on Russian individuals, entities
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU diplomats suggest doubling military aid for Ukraine this year

The European Union should be prepared to go as far as doubling its military aid to Ukraine this year to 40 billion euros ($43 billion) if necessary,

EU diplomats suggest doubling military aid for Ukraine this year
Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump threatens 200% tariff on European alcohol as trade war escalates

Trump threatens 200% tariff on European alcohol as trade war escalates

Trump threatens 200% tariff on European alcohol as trade war escalates
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pashinyan says Armenia, Azerbaijan will not deploy foreign forces on border after peace deal

Armenia and Azerbaijan will not deploy third-country forces along their border after the two sides sign a peace agreement, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on Thursday.

Pashinyan says Armenia, Azerbaijan will not deploy foreign forces on border after peace deal
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

ECB's Rehn says U.S. administration must be encouraged to avoid 'very harmful' tariffs

Olli Rehn, an ECB policymaker, said that the U.S. administration must be encouraged to avoid leveraging "unnecessary and very harmful" tariffs on Europe through a negotiations

ECB's Rehn says U.S. administration must be encouraged to avoid 'very harmful' tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Austria's new government is stopping family reunions immediately for migrants

The new Austrian government says it has decided to immediately stop family reunion procedures for migrants because the country is no longer able to absorb newcomers adequately

Austria's new government is stopping family reunions immediately for migrants
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Trump warns EU on retaliatory tariffs, says Irish tax policies lured US firms

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Trump warns EU on retaliatory tariffs, says Irish tax policies lured US firms
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US trade rep Greer says EU retaliation ignores US national security needs

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US trade rep Greer says EU retaliation ignores US national security needs
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Syria's Shibani expected at Brussels donor summit

Syria's foreign minister Asaad al-Shibani is set to attend a donor summit for his country in Brussels on March 17, a European official told Reuters on Wednesday, the first time

Syria's Shibani expected at Brussels donor summit
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EU to impose counter tariffs on $28 billion of US goods

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EU to impose counter tariffs on $28 billion of US goods
Europe|Political|US|World

EU's top diplomat pledges unified support for Ukraine and global humanitarian aid in dig at US

The European Union is doubling down on its pledge to continue supporting Ukraine against Russia’s illegal invasion and stepping up humanitarian aid when others pull back as the bloc of European countries reconciles with the reality of America's retreat on the global stage

EU's top diplomat pledges unified support for Ukraine and global humanitarian aid in dig at US
Europe|Political|World

Moldova strikes 30 million-euro deal with France to enhance energy efficiency

Moldova and the French Development Agency signed a 30 million-euro ($32.5 million) deal on Monday to improve the post-Soviet state's energy efficiency, President Maia Sandu said after

Moldova strikes 30 million-euro deal with France to enhance energy efficiency
Europe|Finance|Political|World

EU explores joint defence funding as US commitment wavers

European Union finance ministers on Monday began discussing how to pay for defence through new joint borrowing, existing EU funds and a greater role for the

EU explores joint defence funding as US commitment wavers
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU trade chief says U.S. not seeking deal to avert tariffs

The Trump administration does not seem to be engaging in talks to avert trade conflict with the European Union, the EU's trade chief said on Monday, two days

EU trade chief says U.S. not seeking deal to avert tariffs
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says Russia may need to act to respond to EU 'militarisation' plans to ensure its own security

The Kremlin said on Friday that Russia may need to act to respond to what it called European Union plans to militarise the bloc that cast Russia as its main adversary.

Kremlin says Russia may need to act to respond to EU 'militarisation' plans to ensure its own security
Europe|Finance|Political|US|World

Europe Ukraine latest: EU leaders back new military spending plans at Ukraine summit

European Union leaders have committed to a massive step in defense cooperation following decades of hesitation

Europe Ukraine latest: EU leaders back new military spending plans at Ukraine summit
Europe|Political|World

Macron will open debate about extending French nuclear protection to European allies

France is open to discussing extending the protection offered by its nuclear arsenal to its European partners, President Emmanuel Macron said in a

Macron will open debate about extending French nuclear protection to European allies
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Europe's options for paying for better defence readiness

European Union leaders will discuss on Thursday how to finance a sharp increase in defence readiness to deter any possible future attack from

Europe's options for paying for better defence readiness
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India's exports face pressure from US, EU trade policies, govt official says

Indian exports are facing mounting pressure from aggressive trade policies by partners such as the United States and the European Union, a senior trade ministry

India's exports face pressure from US, EU trade policies, govt official says
Europe|Political|World

EU to provide Moldova with 60 million euros for defence in 2025

The European Union will provide Moldova with 60 million euros ($62.95 million) to spend on defence this year, the European Council's president said on Monday, to boost the

EU to provide Moldova with 60 million euros for defence in 2025
Europe|Political|World

France's Macron is ready to discuss nuclear deterrence for Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron has said he is ready to start discussions on nuclear deterrence for Europe, hinting France could help to protect other EU countries, given the

France's Macron is ready to discuss nuclear deterrence for Europe
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

EU pushes back hard against Trump tariff threats and his caustic comments that bloc is out to get US

The European Union is insisting that the 27-nation bloc is not out to undermine the United States as U.S. President Donald Trump put it

EU pushes back hard against Trump tariff threats and his caustic comments that bloc is out to get US
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU will respond to US tariff plan if needed, reaffirms French government spokeswoman

A trade war is in no-one's interest but the European Union will respond after U.S.

EU will respond to US tariff plan if needed, reaffirms French government spokeswoman
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Trump tariff policy an attack on EU industry and jobs, Italy's business lobby says

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Trump tariff policy an attack on EU industry and jobs, Italy's business lobby says
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

The EU beat COVID and ditched Russian energy. Now it must learn to live without US security help

The European Union is getting good at adapting to unprecedented circumstances

The EU beat COVID and ditched Russian energy. Now it must learn to live without US security help
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

US to announce 25% tariff on EU very soon, Trump says

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that his administration will soon announce a 25% tariff on imports from the European Union.

US to announce 25% tariff on EU very soon, Trump says
Europe|Political

France's Macron to dine with Germany's Merz on Wednesday

French President Emmanuel Macron will dine with Germany's chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Wednesday evening, the Elysee said.

France's Macron to dine with Germany's Merz on Wednesday
Europe|Political|World

Russia rules out 'any options' for European peacekeepers in Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that Moscow could not consider "any options" for European peacekeepers being sent to

Russia rules out 'any options' for European peacekeepers in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Markets eye new wave of joint European bonds in rush to boost defence

Big investors are sensing that a fresh joint European borrowing effort is becoming more likely as the region scrambles to ramp up defence spending.

Markets eye new wave of joint European bonds in rush to boost defence
Europe|Finance|Political|World

It's time to seize Russian assets, not just freeze them, says UK's Lammy

Europe should move from freezing Russian assets to seizing them, British foreign minister David Lammy said on Tuesday, hardening Britain's position on how the West

It's time to seize Russian assets, not just freeze them, says UK's Lammy
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine could join EU before 2030 if reforms continue, von der Leyen says

Ukraine could join the European Union before 2030 if the country continues its reforms at their current speed and quality, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told

Ukraine could join EU before 2030 if reforms continue, von der Leyen says
Europe|Political|World

EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security

The leaders of the 27 European Union countries will hold an emergency summit on March 6 about next steps for Ukraine and Europe’s security

EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security
Europe|Political|World

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says his country will decide whether Ukraine joins the European Union

Hungarians will decide whether Ukraine can join the European Union, Orbán says
Europe|Political|US|World

US offers UN resolution on war in Ukraine that's far short of rival European statement

The United States has proposed a draft resolution for the U.N. General Assembly that stops far short of a competing European-backed statement demanding an immediate withdrawal of all of Moscow’s forces from Ukraine

US offers UN resolution on war in Ukraine that's far short of rival European statement
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|Stock Markets

Europe can’t count on the US to be its bodyguard. That’s great for its defense companies

Europe can’t count on the US to be its bodyguard. That’s great for its defense companies

Europe can’t count on the US to be its bodyguard. That’s great for its defense companies
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|World

Poland aims to use EU recovery funds for defence sector

Defence is a top spending priority for Poland, and the country may use European Union recovery funds to boost its arms industry, Polish cabinet members said on Friday.

Poland aims to use EU recovery funds for defence sector
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU official meets with Trump counterparts to resolve tariff threats

A top European Union official, who is trying to head off a potential trade conflict, stressed the importance of active engagement and fairness in trade during a four-hour meeting with Trump administration officials on Wednesday

EU official meets with Trump counterparts to resolve tariff threats
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China says 'doing its best' to push for tariff negotiations with EU

China has been "doing its best" to push for negotiations with the European Union over its tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, a commerce ministry spokesperson said on

China says 'doing its best' to push for tariff negotiations with EU
Europe|Political|World

Scholz defends Ukraine as not to blame for war, underlines EU membership offer

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed the importance of keeping the path open for Ukraine to join the European Union and rejected suggestions that the country was to blame for its

Scholz defends Ukraine as not to blame for war, underlines EU membership offer
Europe|Political|World

EU floats plan to boost arms supplies to Ukraine

The European Union's diplomatic service has proposed boosting the bloc's military aid for Ukraine, aiming to show continued support for Kyiv as the United States and Russia have

EU floats plan to boost arms supplies to Ukraine
Europe|Political|World

Kremlin says joining the EU is Ukraine's sovereign right

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it was Ukraine's sovereign right to decide whether it wanted to join the European Union and that Moscow did not intend to dictate to Kyiv how it

Kremlin says joining the EU is Ukraine's sovereign right
Europe|Political|US|World

European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them off

European leaders have insisted their governments must have a say in talks between the U.S. and Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as both Moscow and Washington said there was no role for Europe in the negotiations that could shape the future of the continent

European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them off
Europe|Political|World

Poland will not send troops to Ukraine, says PM Tusk

Poland will not send troops to Ukraine, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Monday, as he set off for an emergency summit in Paris to discuss Europe's role in any ceasefire.

Poland will not send troops to Ukraine, says PM Tusk
Europe|Political|US|World

Russian lawmaker: Munich fireworks show EU is out of touch and facing crisis

A speaker of the Russian parliament said on Sunday that the events at the Munich Security Conference showed that the European Union was incompetent, did not understand what was

Russian lawmaker: Munich fireworks show EU is out of touch and facing crisis
Asia|Europe|Political|World

China seeks stronger cooperation with Germany and EU

China considers Germany and the European Union as a whole as strategic partners, and it wants stronger cooperation with them in the spirit of free trade and

China seeks stronger cooperation with Germany and EU
Europe|Political|World

As Georgia slides into authoritarianism, protesters vow to keep fighting Russian pivot

As Georgia slides into authoritarianism, protesters vow to keep fighting Russian pivot

As Georgia slides into authoritarianism, protesters vow to keep fighting Russian pivot
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

EU open to tariff talks, but firm on own laws, says senior legislator

The European Union can negotiate on reciprocal tariffs with the United States but will not give up its right to regulate in areas such as taxation and digital

EU open to tariff talks, but firm on own laws, says senior legislator
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Spain's EU-harmonised 12-month inflation rises to 2.9% in January

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate rose to 2.9% in January from 2.8% in the period through December, final data released by the National Statistics Institute, or INE

Spain's EU-harmonised 12-month inflation rises to 2.9% in January
Business|Europe|Political|World

In Europe, ordinary Russians are shunned by wary banks

When Svetlana Sarantseva moved to Portugal from Singapore in 2021, she was looking forward to starting a family and working as a nutrition coach on the Azores archipelago.

In Europe, ordinary Russians are shunned by wary banks
Europe|Political|US|World

Europe fears Trump-Putin ‘dirty deal’ as Ukraine scrambles for a seat at the table

Europe fears Trump-Putin ‘dirty deal’ as Ukraine scrambles for a seat at the table

Business|Economy|Europe|Political

Italy economy minister sees positive surprises for public finances

Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said on Thursday he expected upcoming data on public finances to be better than officially forecast by the government, despite a darkening

Italy economy minister sees positive surprises for public finances
Business|Environment|Europe|Political|US

Greenpeace files lawsuit against US pipeline company Energy Transfer

Greenpeace International has filed a lawsuit against U.S. pipeline company Energy Transfer in a Dutch court, the environmental group said on Tuesday, adding it was the first test

Greenpeace files lawsuit against US pipeline company Energy Transfer
Business|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Vance tells Europeans that heavy regulation could kill AI

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Vance tells Europeans that heavy regulation could kill AI
Business|Economy|Europe

UK job ads most likely in Europe to include salary details

British employers are the most likely among those in major European countries to include salary details when they advertise a job, with 71% doing so compared to

UK job ads most likely in Europe to include salary details
Business|Europe|Technology

Europe's privacy watchdogs to discuss DeepSeek at Tuesday meeting

European Union authorities overseeing data protection will discuss artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek on Tuesday, a meeting agenda shows, amid concerns over how the Chinese

Europe's privacy watchdogs to discuss DeepSeek at Tuesday meeting