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Trump announces 25 percent tariff on auto imports

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on hundreds of billions worth of imported cars, hitting key trading partners and allies like Mexico, Canada, South Korea, Japan and Germany. The United States imported $214 billion worth of passenger cars in 2024, according to Commerce Department data.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

The House of Le Pen: France’s political immortals

Marine Le Pen’s political future may be cut short. Her father Jean-Marie is dead. Their movement, however, is set for a long life.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Israel's antisemitism conference kicks off amid criticism

A number of European far-right politicians are taking part in an antisemitism conference in Jerusalem. Critics say that Israel's lurch to the right is dangerous for the country, as well as Jews in the diaspora.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ukraine: Macron says 'too early' to consider lifting Russia sanctions

French President Emmanuel Macron ruled out lifting sanctions on Russia. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia "may take time." DW has more.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

GΓ©rard Depardieu denies allegations of sexual assault at combative trial

The two legal teams have clashed repeatedly in court as the French film star's lawyer has questioned the credibility of the two plaintiffs.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Sudan’s army chief says 'Khartoum is free' amid gains

After two years of civil war, government troops are gaining control over Sudan’s capital. The country's de facto leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan proclaimed Khartoum's liberation from the presidential palace.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

EU expects Trump to set flat, double-digit tariff on April 2

The European Union’s trade chief met with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer Tuesday in Washington.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Middle East: Hundreds in Gaza protest against Hamas

People in Gaza took part in rare demonstrations calling for an end to the war with Israel. Meanwhile, Germany's Jewish Council called on the German government to do more for Israeli hostages. DW has more.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump’s deal with Putin faces European reality check

Top leaders meeting in Paris want to show the U.S. and Russia can't carve up the continent by cutting out the EU and Ukraine.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

EU crisis preparedness: Bulking up states' disaster response

Climate disasters, cyber crime and even armed conflict: The EU wants its members to be more ready for crisis. "Prepare, but don't panic," is the message.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The Atlantic publishes more texts on US Yemen attack plan

Members of the chat, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA chief John Ratcliffe, claimed no classified information was shared in the Signal messages.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

NATO boss confirms death of 4 US soldiers in Lithuania

Four US soldiers have been confirmed dead after they went missing during military training exercises. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made the announcement while in Poland.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Sinn FΓ©in demands resignation of Ireland’s parliament speaker

Prime Minister MicheΓ‘l Martin vows to resist Sinn FΓ©in’s campaign of β€œtotal opposition” in showdown that has crippled the ability of the DΓ‘il Γ‰ireann parliament to function.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Labour’s welfare cuts headache is now a full-blown migraine

A rapidly drawn-up 500 million of extra savings adds fuel to the fire for Labour MPs queasy about welfare cuts.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

From welfare cuts to Trump tariffs: 7 takeaways from the UK spring statement

Social security cuts, a Whitehall squeeze β€” and a (future) silver lining on growth. POLITICO sat through Rachel Reeves’ spring statement so you didn’t have to.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russia says sanctions must be lifted before Ukraine maritime ceasefire can start

Moscow and Kyiv appear at odds over when and how the US-brokered deal will come into effect.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Fact check: Audio of JD Vance criticizing Elon Musk real?

An audio recording on social media claims to feature US Vice President JD Vance criticizing Elon Musk, stating that he is "making us look bad." Vance claims the clip was AI-generated. But what's the truth?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

How the Bundeswehr will spend hundreds of billions of euros

Germany has paved the way for massive defense spending. What does the Bundeswehr need most urgently?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

How Germany's Bundeswehr could spend billions of euros

Germany has paved the way a massive increase in defense spending. What does the Bundeswehr need most urgently?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Lithuania suspects pilot error caused DHL cargo plane crash

Prosecutors say the pilot may have deactivated the plane's wing flaps and have called for him to be questioned. Initially, investigators suspected a hybrid Russian attack.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US questioning academics in Finland and Netherlands on 'gender ideology'

The Trump administration has sent out politically-charged questionnaires demanding some European researchers receiving US funding if they have taken measures to defend against 'gender ideology'.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

US Health Ministry plans to let bird flu spead 'nonsensical'

The US Health Secretary wants to let bird flu spread across the nation's farms without intervention, and then breed the chickens that survive. Is it science or small government ideology? Here’s what experts told DW.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Scholz: US risks missing economic gains from climate action

Amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, climate diplomats are meeting in Berlin to shape the agenda for the COP30 climate summit in Brazil.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Prepare a 72-hour crisis survival kit for citizens, EU tells capitals

EU governments will be expected to develop a 72-hour survival kit for citizens to face new crises, the European Commission said on Wednesday β€” as it set out plans for EU wide stockpiling strategy for food and medical supplies.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Renewed Israeli strikes in Syria stoke fear of escalation

Israel's attacks on Syrian ground serve two purposes, observers say. Its alleged protection of minorities helps its own security interests and efforts to forge ties with regional allies.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

JD Vance will join wife in Greenland but trip scaled back

Greenland's leaders have criticised planned visits by US officials after Trump's threats to annex the island.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

At secret test-flight facility, Ukraine's drone makers fear energy ceasefire won't hold

Ukraine long-range drone makers are worried Russia will use the ceasefire to gather strength and attack again.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Indonesia's military role grows, raising concerns

Indonesia's revised military law expands the armed forces' role in civilian affairs, sparking fears of a return to autocratic rule and erosion of democratic safeguards.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Pakistani journalist charged amid press freedom crackdown

Muhammad Waheed Murad has been accused of cyber terrorism and publishing fake news. His detention is being seen as the latest attack on press freedoms in the country.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Indian tech workers on edge about Trump's immigration policy

While Trump is rushing to fulfill his promise to limit immigration, his new allies in Silicon Valley are pushing back. At the center of the debate is the temporary H-1B visa, the ticket to the US for skilled foreigners.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Silicon Valley's Indian tech workers on edge about Trump's H-1B visa reform # DW Business

While Trump is rushing to fulfill his promise to limit immigration, his new allies in Silicon Valley are pushing back. At the center of the debate is the temporary H-1B visa, the ticket to the US for skilled foreigners.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Russia targets Black Sea port hours after maritime ceasefire announced

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russian overnight strikes were a 'clear signal to whole world' that the Kremlin does not want peace.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What's EU trade commissioner looking for from China trip?

European Commissioner Maroő Šefčovič is heading to China as the country's companies come under the EU's investigatory lens. But with a trade war with the United States intensifying, what's he after in a rapprochement between the EU and China?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Armenian parliament adopts law to launch EU membership process

Decision in Yerevan paves the way for a long and winding (and potentially fruitless) quest toward a place in the bloc.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russia's demand for sanctions relief thrusts the EU into the talks, with tough choices

As a condition to restore the Black Sea Initiative, Russia has demanded that Rosselkhozbank be re-connected to SWIFT, which falls under EU jurisdiction.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews