Dousa says tariff threat worse this time
About a year ago, U.S. President Donald Trump also threatened the EU with higher tariffs. But it is more serious this time, Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M) says.
BusinessAbout a year ago, U.S. President Donald Trump also threatened the EU with higher tariffs. But it is more serious this time, Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M) says.
BusinessA majority in the European Parliament has agreed to pause negotiations on this summer's tariff deal with the United States, Le Monde reports. The agreement comes amid Donald Trump's repeated threats over Greenland, which are having a major impact.
World politicsFinance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) does not rule out using the EU's "trade bazooka" in the battle over Greenland. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen promises an "unwavering" response to the United States.
BusinessNATO's cohesion is being tested after US pressure over Greenland, but the defence minister believes the alliance's fundamental purpose remains intact after the meeting in Brussels.
Swedish politicsThe EU should respond strongly to President Donald Trump's tariffs, which he is using to try to force Greenland into his fold, according to Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M). "We will respond strongly. That's quite obvious," she says.
BusinessDenmark is sending more soldiers to Greenland on Monday and wants NATO to launch a special operation around the island to counter U.S. demands to take it over. Sweden is ready to contribute.
WorldThe high-speed train was travelling along a straight stretch in southern Spain when its rear carriages suddenly derailed, colliding with an oncoming train. The death toll in the accident has now risen to around 40, and more than 120 people are reported injured. Witnesses describe the derailment as "earthquake-like."
WorldThe economy is Europe's best weapon against the US in the fight over Greenland. But caution is needed - and for now, the big winner is Russia.
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