Ursula von der Leyen is trying to ensure that if the international trading system is remade, the E.U. is at the center of what comes next.
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Marine Le Pen’s ‘Witch Hunt’ Talk Echoes Trump. Will It Work in France?
After years trying to moderate her party’s image, the far-right leader, convicted of embezzlement, now voices Trump-like outrage, at some risk.
Germany Is Falling Apart (Literally). Here’s How the New Government Might Fix It.
Friedrich Merz, the incoming chancellor, persuaded lawmakers to let him spend more. Infrastructure will be the first order of business.
After Trump’s Pause on Tariffs, EU Delays Retaliation to Allow Talks
The bloc had voted to impose retaliatory measures just before President Trump made his last-minute U-turn. It has now announced a postponement.
Luxury Fashion Brands Are ‘Biting Their Nails’ Over EU Tariffs
As tariffs on the European Union take effect, luxury goods makers are “biting their nails” over their treasured “Made in France” or “Made in Italy” products.
E.U. Officials Approve Retaliatory Tariffs Against the U.S.
The tariffs were slated to take effect starting on April 15, and to hit back at President Trump’s steel and aluminum levies.
Coalition Deal in Germany Clears Way for Friedrich Merz to Become Chancellor
The agreement was concluded relatively quickly but still took about six and half weeks, during which the country had been virtually rudderless at a critical moment for Europe.
Europe Prepares to Counter Trump’s Tariff Moves. Will Retaliation Work?
Europe wants to negotiate, but it is also trying to project strength. As Trump warns nations against retaliation, that strategy could be perilous.
Prince Harry’s Court Case Over Security in the UK, Explained
Harry arrived at London’s Court of Appeal on Tuesday for the start of a two-day hearing in his case over his police protection in Britain.
In Response to Trump, E.U. Prepares to Vote on Retaliatory Tariffs
European Union officials will vet and vote on a list of retaliatory tariffs this week, while contemplating what comes next.