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The EU is prepared to quickly advance trade talks with the US, contingent on Donald Trump reverting to the original 90-day negotiation timeline, as stated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen after a call with Trump. This conversation follows Trump's announcement of a 50% tariff on EU imports, escalating tensions in the transatlantic trade dispute and surprising European negotiators. Both sides acknowledge a lack of progress, with the EU warning of potential retaliatory...

The EU's Asylum ReformAustria's Chancellor Christian Stocker has called for a comprehensive overhaul of EU asylum rules, asserting they no longer serve their intended purpose and have fueled anti-immigrant sentiments. His coalition government, formed in response to the far-right Freedom Party's electoral success, aims to address public concerns about immigration by tightening family reunification rights for refugees, despite criticism from human rights advocates about exaggerating issues. Stocker emphasizes the need for a legal framework that...

The EU is close to achieving its 2030 climate goals, aiming for a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels, projected to hit about 54%. This achievement comes amid pressures to relax environmental regulations, particularly concerning the automotive industry, and is largely driven by advancements in renewable energy. However, significant challenges remain, including emissions from agriculture and transport, with skepticism from various member states regarding future targets, leading to concerns about the depth...

Donald Trump's recent threat to impose 50% tariffs on all EU imports starting June 1 escalates his global trade war, aiming to pressure Brussels into concessions amid frustrations over stalled negotiations. This aggressive strategy risks disrupting a recovery in global equity markets and could strain transatlantic relations further, as EU officials resist unilateral concessions and emphasize mutual respect in trade. Despite some calls for strong retaliation, divisions within the EU regarding countermeasures may play into...

Austria's new government plans to implement a permanent quota system for refugee family reunification, potentially allowing for quotas as low as zero, aiming to reduce far-right support and manage migration pressures. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner cited challenges like overwhelmed schools and rising juvenile crime among refugee youths as justifications for the changes, which could lead to a broader trend across Europe if upheld. The ruling coalition's restrictive stance on migration reflects a response to the...

Spain is the last major holdout in a NATO plan for all alliance members to commit to spending 5% of their GDP on defense by 2032, a target pushed by US President Donald Trump. While Spain's government, under Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has committed to meeting NATO's current 2% target, it has not confirmed support for the 5% pledge, which could block a unanimous statement at the upcoming NATO leaders' summit. Spanish officials emphasize the...