As diplomats try to ratchet down tensions, some of them worry that hard-liners in Iran could be emboldened to further test President Trump’s resolve.
Tag: European Union
E.U. Leaders Fail to Strengthen Climate Target
A proposal to reduce the 28-country bloc’s net carbon emissions to zero by 2050 failed when eastern countries that are heavily dependent on coal raised objections.
The E.U. Has 4 Main Chiefs. What Do They Do?
The race to name the presidents of the four institutions that run the European Union is on. Here’s what each of institution does, and why it matters.
U.K. Maverick Rory Stewart Knocked Out of Race for Party Leader
Rory Stewart’s insurgent campaign had been a growing threat to the favorite, Boris Johnson, by shaking up the contest until lawmakers eliminated him.
Distrusting Both Iran and U.S., Europe Urges ‘Maximum Restraint’
Washington’s history of hyping intelligence is weighing on European governments, who are suspicious of President Trump’s hawkish Iran policies.
Italy’s Toying With a ‘Mini-BOT’ Worries E.U. and Investors
The populist government says issuing mini-treasury bills, similar to IOUs, would help Italy deal with its debt. Others see a scheme to leave the euro.
Trial of Catalan Independence Leaders Ends in Spain
The Spanish Supreme Court on Wednesday closed the trial of 12 leaders of the Catalan independence movement accused of staging a rebellion during their botched 2017 secession attempt.
Europe Vows to Spend More on Defense, but U.S. Still Isn’t Happy
Washington says it supports allies’ efforts to increase military funding and capacity, but has complained that the plans cut out American contractors.
European Union Warns Italy to Reduce Spending and Borrowing
The warning by the European Commission was expected in the face of a populist government that intends to cut taxes and increase spending and despises Brussels.
Day 3 of Trump’s U.K. Visit: A D-Day Ceremony With World Leaders
President Trump joined other world leaders at an event on the eve of the 75th anniversary of the wartime operation on the final leg of his three-day state visit to Britain.