US EditionEU leaders meet to decide on whether to back quick US trade deal or seek better terms
- European Union leaders met in Brussels on July 9 to discuss US trade talks, sanctions on Russia, and Middle East conflicts, including Gaza.
- The meeting followed a US deadline set by President Trump, who threatened 50% reciprocal tariffs on EU exports if no trade deal is reached.
- The EU is negotiating to reduce tariffs while also preparing additional retaliatory tariffs on $95 billion of US goods, and pushing for Iran diplomacy.
- Trump indicated that negotiations could result in a favorable agreement, but if not, the EU would be required to accept the terms he sets, highlighting the high stakes involved.
- The summit aimed to set the EU's agenda for four months, reflecting deep divisions over trade, security, and strategic autonomy amid global challenges.
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EU leaders meet to decide on whether to back quick US trade deal or seek better terms
European Union leaders are to tell the European Commission on Thursday whether they want to reach a quick trade agreement with the United States on terms that favour Washington or keep fighting for a better deal.
EU leaders meet to discuss tougher Russia sanctions, U.S. tariffs and Middle East conflicts
The heads of the European Union’s 27 member nations will meet Thursday in Brussels to discuss tougher sanctions on Russia, ways to prevent painful new U.S. tariffs, and how to make their voices heard in the Middle East conflicts.
EU summit: Leaders to address wars, US tariffs, migration
Leaders of the European Union are gathering in Brussels for the EU summit on Thursday. They are set to discuss conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as the Trump administration tariffs. DW has the latest.
It is hoped that the leaders of the European Union will once again insist on supporting comprehensive and lasting peace in Ukraine.
EU to canvass leaders at summit on resolving US tariff conflict
BRUSSELS: European Union leaders are to tell the European Commission on Thursday if they want a quick trade deal with the United States at the cost of Washington getting better terms, or to escalate the fight in hope of something better.
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