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President Donald Trump has threatened a 100% tariff on goods from any country, particularly targeting European nations, that implement taxes on digital services provided by US companies. This escalation comes as countries seek revenue in increasingly digital economies, with unresolved tensions over digital tax regulations.
Europol reported a significant rise in organised crime within the EU, identifying 731 active criminal networks comprising over 400,000 members. Drug trafficking remains predominant, with cybercrime rapidly increasing. Law enforcement aims to dismantle these networks by targeting their financial structures and promoting cross-border collaboration.
The European Commission proposed excluding military-age Ukrainian men from its temporary protection scheme, extending the initiative until March 2028. This recommendation aims to strengthen Ukraine’s armed forces, reflecting integration challenges and Kyiv’s needs amid ongoing martial law prohibiting most men aged 23 and older from leaving Ukraine.
The European Union’s proposal for a new sanctions package against Russia remains unresolved after ambassadors failed to agree on a maritime services ban for Russian oil tankers. High Representative Kaja Kallas emphasized the urgency as the 24 February deadline approaches.
The European Commission, led by Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, aims to revisit the WTO’s “Most Favoured Nation” principle due to the widening EU trade deficit with China, seeking to ensure equal market access amid persistent barriers faced by European firms in China.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has accused Ukraine of sabotage, stating that Hungary will block financial assistance for Kyiv until the transit of Russian oil resumes. This development is significant ahead of Hungary’s upcoming election.
The US Supreme Court ruling raises concerns about the EU-US trade deal established last summer, impacting past tariffs and future investment pledges, according to the European Commission, which is currently reviewing the ruling.
EU Demands Russian Troops Withdraw from Belarus, Georgia and Armenia
Brussels has called for Russian forces to leave Belarus, Georgia, Armenia and Transnistria under a proposed Ukraine peace framework. The move signals continued diplomatic deadlock and heightened regional tensions.
EU Says Russia ‘Not Ready for Peace’ as Talks Stall
EU officials say there are no tangible signs Moscow is engaging seriously in negotiations. President Zelenskyy has accused the Kremlin of deliberately delaying progress.
Europe Braces for Renewed US–EU Tech Trade Tensions
European policymakers fear upcoming political developments in the US could reignite transatlantic trade friction. Officials warn the tech sector may once again become a flashpoint.
EU Trade Ministers Struggle to Resolve Steel Tariff Dispute
Trade ministers face mounting pressure to address ongoing steel tariffs affecting European industry. Complex international agreements continue to limit swift solutions.
Austrian Climber on Trial After Fatal Mountain Incident
A climber accused of abandoning his partner during a blizzard has gone on trial in Austria. The case has drawn public scrutiny over responsibility in extreme conditions.
European steel shipments to the US fell by 30% from June to December 2025, as announced by Eurofer Director General Axel Eggert. The decline highlights the impact of the US’s 50% tariffs on EU steel, creating urgent discussions regarding trade negotiations.
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