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EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

It would be a mistake "of historic dimensions" to start importing energy from Russia again, believes the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. > Our energy prices must not be dictated by a hostile neighbor, she says in a speech in the EU Parliament since the Commission on Tuesday presented its strategy to completely phase out all Russian gas imports by 2027.

EU Chief: Ukraine Joining EU Ensures Lasting Peace

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

Choose Europe! researchers all over the world are urged after President Donald Trump's harsh tone towards universities in the USA. New EU billions are also being promised to research that is to be open and free, according to the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Lures Researchers with Billions Amid Trump's University Policies

EU Urges 72-Hour Crisis Preparedness After Iberian Power Outage

Make sure to have water, cash and other essentials for at least three days, the EU Commission urged already in March. Now, the prepping is getting new focus after the power outage in Spain and Portugal.

EU Urges 72-Hour Crisis Preparedness After Iberian Power Outage

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

Rome stands still and the world's eyes are fixed on the Vatican. Today, Pope Francis is being buried.

Pope Francis Funeral Today: Global Leaders Gather in Rome

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

At least 26 people were killed in the Indian part of Kashmir when armed men opened fire on a group of tourists on Tuesday, according to Indian police. The incident is condemned by world leaders.

26 Killed in Kashmir Tourist Attack, World Leaders Condemn Violence

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

The Catholic world is in mourning after Pope Francis' passing – but there is no time for rest. The funeral will be held on Saturday at St.

Pope Francis' Funeral Set for Saturday at St. Peter's Square

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

Keith Kellogg, the US special envoy to Ukraine, joins the chorus of condemnations of Russia's attack on Ukrainian Sumy, where over 30 people were killed. The attack "crosses all boundaries of decency", he writes on X.

US Envoy Condemns Sumy Attack as Crossing All Boundaries

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

Right in the middle of the trade war between the USA and China, the EU and China are preparing to hold a summit – albeit not until the summer. "We are coordinating with China to set a date for the meeting, which is expected to take place in China during the second half of July," says a spokesperson for EU Council President António Costa in a statement.

China and EU to hold top-level meeting in July

EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

The EU is prepared to tax the American tech giants' advertising revenues if the tariff negotiations with President Donald Trump fail, says EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in an interview with [Financial Times](https://www. ft.

EU Considers Taxing US Tech Giants if Trade Talks Falter

EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

In the wake of Donald Trump's tariffs, the EU and China have plans for closer economic cooperation. .

EU and China Discuss Electric Car Tariff Agreement

EU Halts Retaliatory Tariffs on US for 90 Days, Seeks Negotiations

The EU is putting its retaliatory tariffs against the USA on hold for three months – but continues to plan for more. "If negotiations are not successful, our countermeasures will come into force", warns Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU Halts Retaliatory Tariffs on US for 90 Days, Seeks Negotiations

EU Greenlights Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods Starting April 15

The EU member states say a resounding yes to responding to the US tariffs - but open up for stopping the trade war "at any time". "Tariffs can start being collected from April 15", announces the EU Commission.

EU Greenlights Retaliatory Tariffs on US Goods Starting April 15

Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

The European pharmaceutical industry is warning the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen that the Trump administration's tariffs could be the starting shot for a wave of relocation of production, research, and development from the EU to the USA. .

Pharma Industry Warns EU of US Tariff Impact on Investment Shift

EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

Thousands of goods are hit with tariffs in the EU's first counterstrike in the trade war with the USA. Step two is already being prepared – at the same time as frustration is growing over the difficulty of getting real negotiations started.

EU Prepares Counter Tariffs as Trade Tensions with US Escalate

Trump Dismisses EU's Zero Tariff Offer, Cites Unfair Trade Practices

The EU's proposal from February on zero tariffs on American industrial goods, including cars, is rejected by the US President Donald Trump. The European Union has behaved very, very badly towards us, he says.

Trump Dismisses EU's Zero Tariff Offer, Cites Unfair Trade Practices

EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

The EU wants to negotiate with the USA – but is preparing for countermeasures. On Wednesday, a first list of retaliatory tariffs will be voted on.

EU Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs Against US on Wednesday

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

The EU and the five Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, have agreed on a historic cooperation agreement that involves billion investments from the EU's side. This concerns investments in the transport sector, renewable energy, and digital connectivity, as well as the extraction of rare raw materials, according to a press release.

EU Commits 12 Billion Euros to Boost Central Asia Ties

Stock Market Faces Uncertainty After Trump's Tariff Announcement

Winter time for the global trading system and great uncertainty. This is how experts describe the situation after President Donald Trump's tariff announcement on Wednesday.

Stock Market Faces Uncertainty After Trump's Tariff Announcement

EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

The EU wants to negotiate with Donald Trump but is also ready to respond to the US's powerful import tariffs, announces the EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. .

EU Prepares Countermeasures as US Tariffs Threaten Global Economy

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Donald Trump's tariffs imply a fundamental change for global trade that will weaken the West, warns the US's allies. Even from China, harsh criticism is coming.

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Kristersson: EU Ready to Tackle US Tariffs Together

The EU and Sweden are well-prepared for US President Donald Trump's tariffs. We will respond jointly in the EU, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to TT.

Kristersson: EU Ready to Tackle US Tariffs Together

Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, warns the EU against cooperating with Canada and threatens to introduce even higher tariffs against the countries if they try to harm the US economy. .

Trump Warns EU and Canada of Higher Tariffs Over Economic Moves

Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, is introducing 25-percent tariffs on all vehicles manufactured outside the USA from April 2. The Chairman of the EU Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, "deeply regrets" the decision.

Trump's Vehicle Tariffs Spark EU Regret and Market Reactions

EU Urges 3-Day Supply Prep for Crisis Readiness

Make sure to have supplies at home for at least 72 hours, in case a crisis occurs. The warning comes from the EU in a new strategy for better preparedness for both war and disasters.

EU Urges 3-Day Supply Prep for Crisis Readiness