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European leaders and the US, including Trump, are at odds over strategies to end the Ukraine war, with the EU favoring sanctions and the US considering tariffs, amid ongoing Russian drone strikes and diplomatic tensions.
European Union officials made significant trade concessions to President Trump, agreeing to a deal that imposes 15% tariffs on most European exports while eliminating tariffs on American cars and farm goods, driven by the threat of a damaging trade war and the need for predictability in transatlantic trade relations.
European trade ministers are meeting to strategize after President Trump's surprise announcement of 30% tariffs on the EU, which could impact global trade and economies. The EU is seeking a negotiated deal while preparing for possible countermeasures, amid ongoing tensions and efforts to diversify markets.
EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic indicated that US tariffs threatened to make ongoing trade negotiations almost impossible, despite the EU's preference for reaching a deal. While some EU countries call for tougher retaliatory measures, others advocate caution due to reliance on US defense. The EU is preparing for all outcomes, including potential countermeasures, amid rising tensions over Trump's tariff threats.