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Greens/EFA group Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Saskia Bricmont described the EU-US trade agreement as a “total capitulation,” urging for increased investments and a decoupling from Washington amid ongoing trade negotiations.

Trump warns that China’s influence could lead to unexpected outcomes, like a potential ban on ice hockey in Canada, amid ongoing trade negotiations.

Political groups in the European Parliament agreed on the EU-US trade deal, established in July 2025 by US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The deal requires ratification following controversies around tariffs and territorial sovereignty issues.

Iranian chess grandmaster Mitra Hejazipour has urged international powers to intervene against the Iranian government’s crackdown on protests, claiming over 30,000 have died since demonstrations began in December. She criticizes negotiations and sees Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi as a leader for democratic transition.

With two months until Hungary’s April election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has ramped up anti-Ukraine rhetoric, while leading challenger Péter Magyar pledges to reduce corruption and provide tax relief for low earners, impacting the election dynamics.

US President Donald Trump endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán on Truth Social, praising his stance on migration ahead of the crucial April 12 election. Orbán faces a challenge from Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party, currently leading in polls with 35%.

On 2 February, Israel reopened the Rafah crossing into Gaza, marking progress in the US-brokered ceasefire with Hamas, according to Martin Konečný, director of the European Middle East Project. The reopening follows the return of the last Israeli hostage.

European officials, including Latvia’s Prime Minister Evika Silina, have urged for accelerated negotiations on a free-trade agreement with Gulf nations to diversify trade amid US tariffs and increasing Chinese exports. Talks aim to enhance business ties and energy cooperation.

Ahead of critical nuclear talks in Oman, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert warned the US against underestimating Iran’s negotiating tactics, highlighting the significance of these discussions in shaping future relations and security dynamics in the region.

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