Nigel Farage ‘thoughtful’ about whether UK should bring Shamima Begum back

After winning Germany's elections, Friedrich Merz vowed to form a coalition government within two months, accelerated by Donald Trump's tariffs. The coalition agreement, unveiled on Wednesday, addresses threats to security and prosperity, including Putin's actions and economic uncertainty caused by the US administration. The agreement lacks ambitious structural reforms, focusing on tax cuts and a higher minimum wage, but aims to boost long-term growth potential, with Merz promising radical change and a reduction in government...

The EU plans to increase renewable power capacity while potentially buying more US liquefied natural gas to appease President Trump's tariffs, with a record 89GW of renewable power expected to be installed by 2025. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen aims to balance green initiatives with US energy purchases, despite concerns over trade deficits and tariffs. The EU seeks to simplify renewable energy regulations to attract investment and reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels, as the bloc...

This article discusses US President Donald Trump's decision to pause tariffs for 90 days for negotiations with the EU, while increasing tariffs on China. A Nato meeting without US participation is held to discuss a potential military deployment in Ukraine. The EU's new ombudsman aims to crack down on corruption and conflicts of interest within EU institutions. Full Article

Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown is calling for an "economic coalition of the willing" to combat Donald Trump's tariffs with coordinated policies, including interest rate reductions. Brown also emphasizes the need for the UK to strengthen ties with the EU beyond simply removing post-Brexit trade barriers. He warns that Trump's actions could push the world into a recession, but by learning from the 2008 financial crisis, it is still possible to prevent this outcome....

Global problems require international responses to protect jobs and living standards amidst escalating trade wars and potential global recession caused by Donald Trump's tariffs. With China and the US decoupling, urgent action is needed to prevent further economic turmoil. Keir Starmer emphasizes the need for a bold, globally coordinated approach to address the crisis and avoid managed decline. Full Article

Germany is on the verge of a new government, with Markus Söder announcing a coalition agreement that will see the Bavarian Christian Social Union (CSU) playing a significant role. Despite the country facing challenges from the US and Russia, the new administration is set to be sworn in during the first week of May after a two and a half month limbo since the elections of 23 February. Söder's playful announcement as a fitness trainer...