The proposal would impose tariffs on some imports from countries with looser environmental rules. It would also mean the end of sales in the European Union of new gas- and diesel-powered cars in just 14 years.
Author: STEVEN ERLANGER
A Culture War Between Hungary and Europe Escalates Over L.G.B.T. Bill
E.U. leaders say that they will do all they can to thwart a proposed new law in Hungary that would, they say, equate homosexuality with pedophilia.
Belarus Faces Expanded E.U. and U.S. Sanctions, Targeting Economy
In a new effort to punish the Lukashenko government for repression, Western countries jointly focused on industries crucial to the country, including potash and finance.
Biden, ahead of meeting, says he isn’t seeking conflict with Putin.
NATO will confront the problem of China for the first time, but some countries fear that resources will be diverted from the real challenge — Russia.
Many European leaders still see Russia as the principal concern.
NATO will confront the problem of China for the first time, but some countries fear that resources will be diverted from the real challenge — Russia.
Netanyahu’s Road Through Israel’s History, in Pictures
A photographic journey shows how ‘Bibi’ put his stamp on Israel — through his toughness and the search for security in an unstable region.
Biden Is Embracing Europe, but Then What? NATO and the E.U. Have Concerns.
After the Trump trauma, Europe will welcome Biden’s warm words, but tough topics remain, from China and Russia to trade disputes, Covid-19 vaccine diplomacy and transitions to carbon-neutral economies.
Europe Calls for Immediate Cease-Fire in Israel-Palestinian Fighting
European Union foreign ministers, save Hungary’s, want the fighting to stop now and decry “unacceptable” civilian casualties in Gaza.