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Trump's First 100 Days 20 hours ago

World leaders react to Trump’s sweeping tariffs: ‘tumultuous times’ ahead

World leaders had varied reactions to President Donald Trump's tariff announcements, with many pledging counter measures, while others hope to negotiate a removal of the import taxes.

Trump's First 100 Days 1 day ago

Canada's PM Carney vows to ‘fight’ Trump’s tariffs, other world leaders weigh impact

President Trump's newest tariffs sparked pledges by Canada's prime minster to 'fight' back while some said they were committed to working with partners and others look to take on Washington.

Trump's First 100 Days 1 day ago

Which countries impose the highest tariffs on the US?

President Donald Trump criticized countries with what he called unfair trade practices, vowing to target trade deficits and tariffs on U.S. goods in his "Liberation Day" plan.

Opinion March 18

Why US must assert industrial dominance in light of China-Europe ties

As China seeks to weaken the U.S. and expand its global influence, it's eyeing the 27-nation EU as a partner against American industry.

White House March 13

Trump praised for getting NATO allies to bolster defense spending: 'really staggering'

President Donald Trump has long advocated for NATO allies to ramp up defense spending to between 2% to 5% gross domestic product.

NATO March 13

Poland calls on US to place nukes within its borders amid Russia threat

Polish President Duda has once again called on the US to place its nuclear arms within its borders to better deter Russia, mirroring talks with France amid security concerns.

Europe March 11

Europe steps up to fund its own defense, provide security for Ukraine after Trump threats

French President Emmanuel Macron led a gathering of Europe's defense chiefs as the continent has moved to step up its own defense and meet NATO spending requirements.

Emmanuel Macron March 6

Mocking him as 'Micron,' Russia warns Macron against making nuclear 'threats'

Russia warned Macron not to threaten it with nuclear rhetoric after the French president said he was open to discussions on extending France's nuclear umbrella to allies.

The European Union March 4

EU weighs $840 billion plan to 'rearm Europe' after US pauses Ukraine aid

European Union commissioner unveils new plan to spend $840 billion more on its own defense as U.S. support for Ukraine falters.

Europe March 2

European leaders flamed for 'creepy' pro-Zelenskyy posts that read exactly the same

At least five European leaders issued the same exact pro-Ukraine social media post that critics have slammed on social media.

Donald Trump March 2

Top diplomat responds to Trump's comment that EU formed to 'screw' US

Chief EU diplomat Kaja Kallas argued the EU is a "peace project," not an organization meant to "screw" the United States.

Ukraine February 28

World leaders back Zelenskyy following Trump, Vance Oval Office spat

World leaders pledge support for Ukraine and emphasize Russia is the "aggressor" following the Oval Office spat in which the Trump administration accused President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of being "disrespectful."

Trump's First 100 Days February 28

Trump, Zelenskyy to meet for key deal as NATO allies, Russia wait, watch

The world waits to see what could come from a key deal between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and President Trump that could open Kyiv's minerals to the U.S. in exchange for security.

The European Union February 28

Putin 'doesn't want peace,' EU chief diplomat warns ahead of Trump, Zelenskyy deal

The EU's chief diplomat has warned President Trump that Russian President Putin "doesn't really want peace" as Trump heads into a deal with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.

Europe February 26

Romanian far-right presidential frontrunner taken into custody after JD Vance's rebuke of European elections

Romanian candidate Calin Georgescu is being questioned by prosecutors after Vice President JD Vance criticized a "Soviet-era" shift in European democracies.

United Kingdom February 22

Brace for a 'political revolution' in Europe, UK's Nigel Farage says after Vance's speech in Munich

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK political party, told Fox News Digital he believes a "political revolution," like the one in the U.S., is headed for Europe.

Ukraine February 19

EU warns Trump against letting Putin divide the US and Europe: 'Let’s not do him the favor'

EU's chief diplomat warns the Trump administration, following efforts to re-forge diplomatic ties and end the war in Ukraine, to not allow Russian President Putin to divide the West.

Russia February 18

Rubio makes progress with Russia after Trump promised to bring end to war in Ukraine

Secretary of State Macro Rubio said first step in ending the war in Ukraine is reestablishing diplomacy with Russia by reopening embassies in Moscow and Washington, as EU watches with concern.

JD Vance February 14

Vance eviscerates 'Soviet'-style European censorship in address to Munich Security Conference

In a speech to European leaders, Vice President JD Vance said the continent's recent record of censorship was a bigger threat to its existence than Russian meddling.

Donald Trump February 13

Russia claims Trump, Putin talk brought world from 'brink of Apocalypse,' EU warns of 'dirty tricks'

Top Russian official Dmitry Medvedev on Thursday claimed the call between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin brought the world back from the 'brink of the Apocalypse.'

The European Union February 4

Denmark PM repeats Greenland ‘not for sale,’ but would welcome more American troops on Arctic island

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said she would welcome President Donald Trump sending more U.S. troops to Greenland, which is "not for sale."

Europe January 27

EU military chief says it would make sense to put European troops in Greenland, Welt reports

Top-ranking European military official Robert Brieger reportedly said it would "make perfect sense" to station troops in Greenland amid President Trump's interest in acquiring it.

Belarus January 27

Belarus' President Lukashenko extends rule after election rejected by opposition, EU

Belarus held an orchestrated election over the weekend that the opposition and the EU rejected as a farce, extending President Lukashenko's more than 30 years in power.

Trump's First 100 Days January 26

Trump's world leaders club: who’s in and who's looking to salvage ties

President Donald Trump's second term is already bringing massive changes as global leaders, allies and adversaries alike, watch to see where they fall in the pecking order and vie for a seat at the table.

NATO January 14

International underwater cable attacks by Russia, China are no ‘mere coincidence’ warns EU’s top diplomat

Attacks on underwater cables in strategic areas connecting telecommunication lines and power sources in Asia and Europe are suspected to be coordinated attacks by China and Russia.

World Politics January 8

France pushes back on Trump using military pressure to take Greenland, says it's now 'survival of the fittest'

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Wednesday said the European Union will not permit President-elect Trump to attempt to take Greenland by military force.

National Security December 31

Ukraine receives US natural gas shipment for the 1st time amid fresh supply fears

The expiration of Russian piped gas through Ukraine has put EU leaders on edge, sparking fresh supply concerns ahead of a cold winter season.

Europe December 29

European officials pitch new idea to shore up defenses with Trump's return

European officials are struggling to agree on a plan to shore up hundreds of billions of dollars to bolster defenses. Some NATO experts are proposing a global defense bank.

Energy December 27

Trump tells EU to buy more American-made oil and gas or face 'tariffs all the way'

President-elect Trump is threatening to tariff the European Union if they don't purchase more U.S. oil and gas to "make up their tremendous deficit."

Russia December 6

Romania annuls first round of presidential vote won by far-right candidate

Romania's top court annulled the first round of the country's presidential election after intelligence was declassified alleging Russia interfered to promote Calin Georgescu.