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Trump lashes European Union, imposes 50% tariffs

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. President Donald Trump re-ignited his trade war on Friday with an extraordinary attack on the European Union which punctured global stock markets, particularly in Europe, and accelerated recent falls in the U.S. dollar.

"Their powerful Trade Barriers, Vat Taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits

Rutte Faces First Big NATO Test As Trump Pressure Looms

Preparations are under way for what could be the most delicate NATO summit in years and Mark Ruttes first real test as Secretary-General.

Fittingly for the longest-serving Dutch prime minister in history, it will take place in familiar surroundings his hometown, The Hague, in late June.

According to NATO officials in contact with RFE/RL, Rutte will need all his diplomatic skills to ensure it is a successful

Microsoft-ICC blockade exposes strategic risks, hastens Europe's tech autonomy drive

The path to full digital autonomy is proving to be not only longer, but far more urgent than many European policymakers had anticipated.

by Billion Temesghen

BRUSSELS, May 24 (Xinhua) -- When Microsoft blocked International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan from accessing his official email account this week over the court's investigation into Israel, it was seen by many Euro

Piyush Goyal meets EU's Commissioner, holds talks on FTA

New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal met European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic to discuss the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU).EU official Maros Sefcovic on Friday expressed via social media platform 'X', 'Delighted to welcome my friend and counterpart @PiyushGoyal. We continue to make progress. Let's maintain the momentum -

Justin Bieber shows support for Chris Brown after his release on bail

Washington [US], May 23 (ANI): Singer-songwriter Justin Bieber showed his support for Chris Brown following his arrest in London on May 15.

The pop star welcomed the rapper back to the U.S. after he was granted bail and released from a U.K. jail.

Brown an Instagram photo of himself as he deplaned from a private jet, 'Cook, remain humble,' he captioned the post, reported People.

The singer received t

West facing reality check over security Indian foreign minister

S. Jaishankar has highlighted the stark contrast between the geopolitical circumstances of his South Asian nation and Europe

Europe is undergoing a "reality check" after previously not having to make a choice between security and prosperity, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has said.

In an interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS on Thursday, the foreign minister asserted that India's hist

EAM Jaishankar interacts with members of German Parliament, discusses India's commitment to combat terrorism

Berlin [Germany], May 23 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Thursday interacted with members of the German parliament during his official visit to the country. The EAM held discussions on wide-ranging topics, including India's firm commitment to combatting terrorism in all forms and manifestations.

Sharing the details in a post on X, EAM appreciated the support of the members of the Parliament fo

CHINA-BEIJING-WANG YI-DUTCH FM-TALKS (CN)

(250522) -- BEIJING, May 22, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, holds talks with Foreign Minister of the Netherlands Caspar Veldkamp in Beijing, capital of China, May 22, 2025. (Xinhua/Zhang Ling)

CHINA-BEIJING-DING XUEXIANG-DUTCH FM-MEETING (CN)

(250522) -- BEIJING, May 22, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, meets with Foreign Minister of the Netherlands Caspar Veldkamp in Beijing, capital of China, May 22, 2025. (Xinhua/Shen Hong)

EAM Jaishankar in Netherlands: Pakistan must face consequences if terror continues

The Hague [Netherlands], May 22 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during his official visit to the Netherlands, said Pakistan must face consequences if cross-border terror attacks continue.

In an interview with Dutch daily de Volkskrant, EAM Jaishankar referred to the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, and stated that the Pakistani military leadership holds extreme religious views.

Hockey India announces 24-member India Team for FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 European leg

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Hockey India on Thursday announced the 24-member Indian Men's Hockey Team for the European leg of FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 (Men), which is scheduled to take place in Amstelveen, the Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium from June 7 to June 22, as per a release from Hockey India.

Experienced drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh will continue to lead the side as Captain, with midfield mae

Trump confronts South African President Cyril with 'baseless' claims of white 'genocide'; Cyril pushes back

Washington DC [US], May 22 (ANI): US President Donald Trump, during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday (local time), confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with unsubstantiated claims that white South Africans--particularly Afrikaner farmers--are being systematically murdered, as reported by The Hill.

According to The Hill, Trump's administration has recently allowed Afrikaner farmers expedited

Asad Alam Siam to be Bangladesh's new Foreign Secretary

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 21 (ANI): Bangladesh's interim government has approved the appointment of Asad Alam Siam, the country's ambassador to the United States, as the new Foreign Secretary, a senior official of the Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.

Bangladesh's Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain told reporters on Wednesday that the current Foreign Secretary, Jashim Uddin, does not want to serve in this pos

European countries condemn Israel over intensified Gaza military offensive

Europe's mounting criticism of Israel is fueled by the devastating humanitarian toll in Gaza. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed in the first five days of the latest operation.

BERLIN, May 21 (Xinhua) -- As Israel escalates its military campaign in the Gaza Strip, a growing number of European countries are voicing strong criticism and calling for concrete consequences. The mounting humanit

EAM Jaishankar discusses Indo-Danish ties with Denmark's FM, praises its support against terrorism

Copenhagen [Denmark], May 22 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a productive meeting in Copenhagen on Wednesday (local time) with Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen to advance Indo-Danish relations.

During the discussions, Jaishankar also lauded Denmark's solidarity and its support for India's fight against terrorism.

'Delighted to meet FM Lars Lokke Rasmussen in Copenhagen this ev