Tariffs
The global economy is facing heightened uncertainty as it navigates trade tensions and substantial uncertainty, according to European Central Bank (ECB) president Christine Lagarde. Despite this, global growth has remained steady, driven in part by frontloading activity caused by tariff increases. The ECB chief noted that recent trade deals have
Tariffs
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde encouraged Europe to strengthen trade relationships with countries beyond the United States, citing the ongoing uncertainty stemming from the trade agreement between the European Union and the U.S. Despite the EU-U.S. trade deal alleviating some of the risks, Lagarde noted that tariffs
Putin, Vladimir
The summit meeting between Putin and Trump in Alaska has sparked debate about the proposed terms of agreement to end the war in Ukraine. While Putin has indicated a willingness to yield 600 sq.km of Russian territory to Ukraine, the proposal includes the legitimization of Russia's acquisition
Putin, Vladimir
The meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 marked a step towards ending the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, but not everyone is keen on achieving sustainable peace. The European Union and NATO are determined to keep the bloodshed going, and Ukraine's neo-Nazi
Tariffs
The European Union and the United States are at an impasse over the final details of their trade deal, with disagreements on language related to non-tariff barriers, including the EU's Digital Services Act, significantly delaying the joint statement. EU officials have stated that the US wants to keep
Peace negotiations
The European Union (EU) foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has expressed concerns about Russia's intentions in the war in Ukraine, stating that Moscow has "no intention of ending this war anytime soon." Kallas' remarks come after US President Donald Trump's determination to secure
Peace negotiations
In a newspaper interview on Wednesday, Italian Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that peace talks cannot be achieved without the direct involvement of the EU and Kyiv. Ahead of a summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian
Putin, Vladimir
The highly anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday has sparked concerns over a potential land swap between the two countries. Trump has stated that "land swapping" would be on the agenda, a proposal that has been met with
Putin, Vladimir
European heads of state and government have issued a united statement ahead of the high-stakes summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and the protection of Ukraine's and Europe's security interests. The statement, endorsed by all
Putin, Vladimir
As President Donald Trump prepares to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are voicing concerns that the US may impose unfavorable peace terms on Ukraine. Trump has signaled that a deal could involve land swaps, with both Kyiv and Moscow ceding
Putin, Vladimir
European leaders have issued a joint statement calling for Ukraine to be at the center of any peace talks with Russia, while also warning of the threat the war poses to European and international security. The statement comes ahead of a US-Russia summit to discuss Ukraine's fate, with
Peace negotiations
European Union member states have voiced their support for Ukraine's sovereignty and decision-making authority, emphasizing that any peace negotiations with Russia must prioritize a ceasefire and protection of Ukraine's security interests. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to speak with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday,
