Europe

German chancellor proposes eliminating all EU-US trade tariffs
Friedrich Merz says President Trump and Americans have begun to understand negative effects of high tariffs on their own economy
German chancellor proposes eliminating all EU-US trade tariffs
Friedrich Merz says President Trump and Americans have begun to understand negative effects of high tariffs on their own economy

Germany's new era: Merz’s coalition prioritizes migration, economy, defense
In his 1st week as German chancellor, Friedrich Merz launches strict border controls to curb irregular migration while announcing major policy reforms to revitalize stagnating economy and strengthen national defense

French president points to return of 'specter of war' at Victory in Europe Day ceremony
France commemorates 80th anniversary of VE Day with ceremony on Champs-Elysees

European leaders congratulate newly-elected Pope Leo XIV, express hope for peace
Robert Prevost elected Thursday as new pontiff, first American to ascend to the papacy

Türkiye’s foreign minister meets counterparts from Europe
Hakan Fidan meets with Moldovan, Swedish, Austrian counterparts on margins of informal meeting of EU foreign ministers

Captain of Hong Kong ship charged with damage to Baltic gas pipeline
Chinese national, 43, facing charges in 2023 damage to Balticconnector gas pipeline, maritime safety breaches