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EU leaders have warned tariffs would risk a ‘dangerous downward spiral’ in transatlantic relations.

Helen McEntee said the decision ’is completely unacceptable and deeply regrettable’

Helen McEntee said they are ‘coordinating closely with our EU and wider European partners in response to this announcement’.

Government forces have seized a strategic town in eastern Syria, intensifying their push against Kurdish-led forces east of the Euphrates River

European leaders have warned transatlantic ties are at risk after President Donald Trump's announcement that eight countries, including France, will face tariffs of up to 25 percent if they continue to oppose the United States' bid to acquire Greenland. French President Emmanuel Macron called the threats "unacceptable".

The leaders of Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the UK issue joint statement ahead of EU ambassadors meeting

Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.

French president says ‘no amount of intimidation’ will make EU change course on Greenland

Donald Trump’s move also prompted criticism across the board from UK politicians who fear for their impact on the economy.

US president accuses several countries of playing ‘a dangerous game’

European leaders vowed to stay united as President Trump threatened to impose fresh tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland in an unprecedented escalation. Von der Leyen says EU will uphold its sovereignty.