European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said a free-trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc is “in sight” but faces resistance ahead of a two-day summit in Uruguay. Leaders from Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay are negotiating the pact to establish the world’s largest free trade zone. However, Italy’s opposition threatens to derail the 20-year effort to create the world’s largest free-trade zone.
EU chief makes final push to secure Mercosur free trade agreement
Iran Claims Trump Has ‘Caved In’ After Postponing Energy Strikes
Trump postpones attacks against Iranian energy infrastructure, leading Iran to claim he has ‘backed down’ after recent talks.
UK prime minister denies fake claims over US forces and NATO policies
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has addressed speculation surrounding relations with the US. He emphasised the importance of NATO