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European Commissioner for Trade Maroš Šefčovič is in Paris for critical discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer amid rising tensions over US tariff threats on European cars. French MEP Aurore Lalucq voiced scepticism towards US trustworthiness following a contentious trade deal, with further negotiations planned.

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A car drove into pedestrians in Leipzig, Germany, on Monday, resulting in one death and several injuries, as confirmed by local authorities. The 33-year-old driver, described as “psychologically conspicuous,” has been arrested. Police stated there is currently no further danger from the suspect.

Gangland shootings in Sweden have claimed 23 innocent lives and injured 30 over the last three years, highlighting the nation’s struggle with violent crime. Authorities attribute the violence to young perpetrators targeting rivals, with rising recruitment of underage individuals by gangs using social media.

Far-right leaders convened in Milan to advocate for remigration in Europe. League chief Matteo Salvini proposed a points-based residence permit and criticised the EU’s handling of the energy crisis, endorsing a renewed approach to importing Russian oil.

A coalition of EU-based titanium dioxide producers has filed a complaint with the European Commission against Chinese firm LB Group, alleging unfair subsidies linked to its planned acquisition of the UK’s Venator plant. This follows prior EU anti-dumping duties introduced against LB Group in 2025.

Ukraine conducted drone strikes on two oil refineries in Russia’s Samara Oblast on Saturday, targeting facilities vital to Russia’s energy infrastructure. The Novokuybyshevsk refinery experienced significant fires, while the Syzran facility was hit shortly after, impacting fuel supplies crucial for domestic and export distribution.

Hungary’s incoming Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced that oil flows from Russia via the Druzhba pipeline could potentially resume next week, following communication from Hungary’s MOL. This pipeline, delivering oil through Ukraine, was halted after damage from a Russian drone strike in January, straining relations with Kyiv.

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