The recognition was conditioned on the release of hostages by Hamas. It comes after similar moves by other countries as they try to push Israel to end the war in Gaza.
Author: Jeanna Smialek
Even 2025’s Chaos Couldn’t Keep Brussels From the European August Holiday
With President Trump’s trade moves, war in Ukraine and wildfires, it was a busy month for the European Union. But not in Brussels.
Even 2025’s Chaos Couldn’t Keep Brussels From the European August Holiday
With President Trump’s trade moves, war in Ukraine and wildfires, it was a busy month for the European Union. But not in Brussels.
What Lobsters and Chickens Reveal About Europe’s Trade Strategy
The European Union struck a trade deal that protected political priorities, like chicken and beef standards, while allowing headline-grabbing concessions. Consider lobsters.
E.U. Did Not Retain Texts Sought by Journalists on Covid Vaccine Deal
The European Union acknowledged for the first time that a top official reviewed the messages, but said it had no duty to keep them, despite intense interest.
How the E.U. Wooed Trump With Flashy but Flimsy Numbers
The Trump administration has been talking up provisions of its deal with the European Union that would secure hundreds of billions of dollars in investments.
Europe Made Major Trade Concessions to Trump. How Did That Happen?
Some European politicians are dismayed that the European Union did not drive a harder bargain, but facing the threat of a damaging trade war, officials say they had little choice.
Is the E.U. Tariff Deal With Trump Good for Europe?
Both sides hailed the agreement as the biggest ever. But it will come at a cost to the European Union, and many details have yet to be nailed down.
How Trump’s Tariffs and Foreign Policies Have Bolstered Support for the E.U.
The European Union has its problems, but the bloc is gaining public trust and making new friends. President Trump’s attacks are one reason why.
Would Europe Actually Retaliate Against Trump’s Tariffs?
European Union officials have drawn up plans to impose levies on American imports, but questions abound about whether they would go through with them.