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EU governments and the European Parliament will revisit the EU-US trade deal discussions, following threats of higher tariffs from Trump. The urgency intensifies as the 4 July deadline approaches, marking a critical opportunity for finalisation before potential trade disruptions.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a European tour, having recently met Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson and European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen in Gothenburg. Discussions included advances on the EU-India trade agreement, which aims to significantly enhance investment and economic ties between India and Europe.
Former British health secretary Wes Streeting has condemned the UK’s exit from the European Union as a “catastrophic mistake” while announcing his candidacy for Prime Minister. Speaking at the Labour Party’s Progress conference, he advocated for rejoining the EU and urged current leader Keir Starmer to resign.
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At least four people were killed and 15 wounded in overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine’s Kyiv region, targeting energy infrastructure. Rescue operations are ongoing in various regions as both sides report frontline advancements.
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This morning, Europe faces key developments in trade relations, sustainable initiatives, and geopolitical tensions amid ongoing challenges.
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Iran’s ambassador indicated potential strikes on European nations if attacked, as violence escalates in the region. This morning, President Macron confirmed a French soldier’s death in Iraq amid rising military tensions.
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EU lawmakers express concern over US trade investigations into European goods this morning. The fate of the EU–US trade deal remains uncertain as negotiations intensify ahead of next week’s pivotal discussions.
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European Union leaders criticise President Trump’s sanction lift on Russian oil, asserting it undermines efforts against Russia’s war in Ukraine. Tensions escalate amid rising Middle Eastern conflict and soaring oil prices.
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The leaders of Canada, Germany and Norway are urging Trump this morning to reconsider his suspension of Russian oil sanctions.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius expressed concerns regarding the potential impact on Ukraine.
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