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EU agrees new Russia sanctions after Slovakia drops opposition – as it happened

Deal is 18th such package since Ukraine invasion as Ursula von der Leyen says EU is ‘striking the heart of Russia’s war machine’

The Guardian - UK

EU imposes new sanctions on Russia's oil and banks after Robert Fico lifts his veto

The breakthrough on Friday was made only possible after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico agreed to lift his veto.

Euronews

Iceland to launch talks on defence partnership with EU, von der Leyen says

The agreement with the EU is independent of Iceland's NATO membership and existing defence pacts with the United States, public broadcaster RÚV said.

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Ursula von der Leyen's new €2 trillion EU budget: Six key takeaways

From support to Ukraine to the merger of agriculture and cohesion funds, here are the six takeaways from von der Leyen's €2 trillion EU budget.

Euronews

Poland to get biggest share of EU's proposed €2 trillion budget, finance minister says

Poland is set to benefit most from the EU's €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, according to its finance minister, despite protests from farmers against reforms to the Common Agricultural Policy.

Euronews

Ringfenced, but reduced: EU Commission shrinks agriculture share in record budget

Europe’s agricultural spending will face cuts compared to the current programming period under the new EU long-term budget proposal, while the European Commission insists farmers will still receive the same amount “in their pockets”.

Euronews

Von der Leyen calls for new EU taxes on big firms in €2tn budget proposal

Plan, which also includes levies on tobacco and electronic waste, ignites major political scrap to define bloc’s future

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New rule of law conditions proposed for next EU budget could hit Hungary

All payments under the biggest item in the seven-year budget plan could be linked to the rule of law, according to plans proposed by the European Commission. This would include cohesion and agricultural funds not yet suspended by Brussels.

Euronews

Slovakia demands exemption to drop veto on EU Russia sanctions

Prime Minister Robert Fico says the reassurances provided by Ursula von der Leyen are "insufficient" to satisfy Slovakia's concerns and lift his veto.

Euronews

In Trump’s game of chicken, the EU cannot afford to back down

When threatened with US tariffs, Europe was initially bullish. But the influence of nationalist leaders sympathetic to Trump has caused a split, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci

The Guardian - UK

Let the mother of all EU battles begin: What’s at stake in the new long-term budget?

Tomorrow, the European Commission will unveil its proposal for the EU's next long-term budget. Here's why it matters, why its figures have been shrouded in secrecy, what we know so far (and what to expect next).

Euronews

The Guardian view on Europe’s Trump challenge: Brussels must hold its nerve and think big

Editorial: A renewed threat of punitive tariffs from the White House is a reminder that the EU must invest in its own values in a volatile and transforming world

The Guardian - UK

Europe’s 72 billion revenge plan against Trump tariffs put on ice as von der Leyen chooses negotiation over economic warfare

Two-track approach, one frozen plan.

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Stocks Set to Open Lower as Trump Ratchets Up Tariff Threats, U.S. Inflation Data and Big Bank Earnings Awaited

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are down -0.29%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are down -0.30% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street after U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade war.

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European markets open in the red after Trump threatens 30% EU tariff

The president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen said the EU would not impose retaliatory tariffs on US imports before 1 August, allowing time for negotiation.

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EU trade ministers to mull US tariffs as Germany’s Merz cautions calm

US President Donald Trump's letter warning the EU that 30% tariffs will apply from 1 August unless a deal is reached has turned up pressure on trade negotiations.

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EU delays retaliatory tariffs against US amid hopes for trade deal

Ursula von der Leyen says bloc hopes to see negotiated solution to trade tensions.

International Business Times

EU Ministers Weigh Response To Latest Trump Tariff Threat

EU ministers on Monday will debate the bloc's approach to trade talks with the United States, as Brussels scrambles to head off 30-percent tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump.

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EU Chief Delays Retaliation For US Tariffs In Search Of Deal

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Sunday that Brussels will continue to hold off on hitting back at US steel and aluminium tariffs, as it seeks a deal to avoid broader 30-percent levies.

Euronews

Leaders of EU and Mexico criticise Trump's 30% tariffs while urging unity

Several European leaders and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum have expressed disappointment at the 30% tariffs US President Donald Trump has announced, but maintained openness to reach a negotiated solution.

International Business Times

Defence, Joint Debt And Farmers: EU Draws Budget Battle Lines

When the European Union unveils its long-term spending proposals next week, it will kick off the bloc's biggest budget battle in recent history.

Euronews

Von der Leyen wounded: Five ways EU confidence vote shook her

The European Commission survived the motion of censure voted on Thursday in the European Parliament, but the Parliament will be no bed of roses for Ursula von der Leyen and her team in the aftermath of the vote.

Euronews

European allies step up plans for Ukraine stabilisation force with US attending talks

Coalition members said they had agreed on a Paris headquarters for the first year of the force and then rotating it to London.

International Business Times

EU Chief Von Der Leyen Survives Confidence Vote By Large Margin

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday comfortably saw off a no-confidence vote in the European Parliament -- but the rare challenge has exposed frictions between her backers and complaints about her leadership style.

The Independent UK

Ursula von der Leyen faces confidence vote in far-right challenge

A range of accusations have been levelled against the European Commission president

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