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EU plans most far-reaching sanctions package against Russia in autumn, foreign chief says - reuters.com
EU plans most far-reaching sanctions package against Russia in autumn, foreign chief says reuters.com
August 17, 2026US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments - Reuters
US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments Reuters
August 14, 2026UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
August 13, 2026Brexit rules put strain on zoo's conservation work
Staffs at Twycross Zoo say they need new laws to make it easier to transport animals globally.
August 13, 2026Putin says Russia will start seizing EU vessels if bloc goes after Russian ships - Reuters
Putin says Russia will start seizing EU vessels if bloc goes after Russian ships Reuters
August 12, 2026EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.
August 6, 2026EU to push countries to invest in nature as wildfire costs spiral - reuters.com
EU to push countries to invest in nature as wildfire costs spiral reuters.com
August 6, 2026EU disburses €3.47 billion to Ukraine for more drones, air defence and jets - Reuters
EU disburses €3.47 billion to Ukraine for more drones, air defence and jets Reuters
July 30, 2026Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies
The US president says fines against Google, as well as Apple, Meta and Amazon, should be "entirely reversed."
July 24, 2026Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine - Reuters
Trump says US to launch EU probe over 'illegal' Google fine Reuters
July 24, 2026Faisal Islam: The UK's Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beating
While the US tariffs imposed on the UK are effectively unchanged, other countries now have a better deal.
July 24, 2026Crypto exchange HTX included in EU's Russia sanctions - Reuters
Crypto exchange HTX included in EU's Russia sanctions Reuters
July 24, 2026US imposes tariffs on dozens of trade partners over 'forced labour' imports
The tariffs target around 60 trading partners over claims they failed to properly stop forced labour.
July 24, 2026EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war - Reuters
EU targets Russian banks in new sanctions package over Ukraine war Reuters
July 23, 2026EU regulator sends charge sheet to JD.com over Ceconomy deal - Reuters
EU regulator sends charge sheet to JD.com over Ceconomy deal Reuters
July 22, 2026EU envoys meet to negotiate 21st Russia sanctions package - Reuters
EU envoys meet to negotiate 21st Russia sanctions package Reuters
July 22, 2026US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes - Reuters
US lawmakers urge Trump to act against EU tech rules, suggest trade probes Reuters
July 21, 2026AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for allowing sale of illegal goods
The Chinese retailer allowed unsafe toys and counterfeit clothes to be sold on its site, says the EU.
July 20, 2026EU waives penalties for oil and gas firms that breach methane law - Reuters
EU waives penalties for oil and gas firms that breach methane law Reuters
July 20, 2026Indian students cool on 'American Dream' as EU opens its doors - Reuters
Indian students cool on 'American Dream' as EU opens its doors Reuters
July 20, 2026EU proposes slowing down cuts to carbon emissions for businesses
Under the proposals, the EU plans to relax its emissions trading system to give companies more time to reduce their carbon output.
July 17, 2026Tech selloff weighs on European shares ahead of ECB meeting next week - Reuters
Tech selloff weighs on European shares ahead of ECB meeting next week Reuters
July 17, 2026IOC defends Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement after EU countries call for funding cuts - Reuters
IOC defends Russian Olympic Committee reinstatement after EU countries call for funding cuts Reuters
July 15, 2026EU accepts action plan by Elon Musk's X to become more transparent - Reuters
EU accepts action plan by Elon Musk's X to become more transparent Reuters
July 15, 2026EU seals deal for drone production with Ukraine - Reuters
EU seals deal for drone production with Ukraine Reuters
July 15, 2026EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram
Regulators say features such as infinite scroll contribute to "compulsive use" and "unhealthy habits".
July 10, 2026EasyJet reaches 'agreement in principle' over potential takeover
The low-cost airline had previously rejected four takeover offers from US investment firm Castlelake.
July 5, 2026EU trade with US hits record high despite tariff tensions, study shows - Reuters
EU trade with US hits record high despite tariff tensions, study shows Reuters
July 3, 2026Chinese and US risks mean EU chip sector faces a 'bleak future,' report says - Reuters
Chinese and US risks mean EU chip sector faces a 'bleak future,' report says Reuters
July 2, 2026With closer EU ties 'crucially important', Britain sets sights on new summit - Reuters
With closer EU ties 'crucially important', Britain sets sights on new summit Reuters
July 1, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows Reuters
June 30, 2026EU sends Ukraine €3.9 billion to fund drones under loan deal - Reuters
EU sends Ukraine €3.9 billion to fund drones under loan deal Reuters
June 30, 2026Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc - Reuters
Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc Reuters
June 25, 2026EasyJet says US bidder trying to buy it 'on the cheap' as it rejects £4.7bn offer
The airline describes the latest bid approach from Castlelake as "highly opportunistic".
June 22, 2026Ten years on, Brexit disputes still hold back Britain's reconciliation with EU - Reuters
Ten years on, Brexit disputes still hold back Britain's reconciliation with EU Reuters
June 22, 2026UK borrowing in May surges by more than expected
Borrowing is the difference between spending and income from taxes.
June 19, 2026EU leaders to clash over bloc's next 7-year budget, seek new revenue sources - Reuters
EU leaders to clash over bloc's next 7-year budget, seek new revenue sources Reuters
June 19, 2026EU set to remove barriers to banks' cross-border capital flows, FT reports - Reuters
EU set to remove barriers to banks' cross-border capital flows, FT reports Reuters
June 18, 2026Brexit cost 6% of UK economy, Bank of England company data suggests
Analysis showed how much the UK could have grown if it had not exited the EU.
June 18, 2026EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months - Reuters
EU leaders agree to renew Russia sanctions for 12 months Reuters
June 18, 2026EU leaders weigh tougher measures to combat China trade imbalance - Reuters
EU leaders weigh tougher measures to combat China trade imbalance Reuters
June 18, 2026Exclusive: Ukraine aims to align banks, insurers with EU rules by 2028, central banker says - Reuters
Exclusive: Ukraine aims to align banks, insurers with EU rules by 2028, central banker says Reuters
June 16, 2026EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision, spokesperson says - Reuters
EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision, spokesperson says Reuters
June 14, 2026Why the US economy keeps defying the odds
Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?
June 14, 2026Anthropic suspends new AI tools over US government security concerns
Anthropic's Claude Fable 5, released publicly this week, sparked concerns about cybersecurity and hacking.
June 13, 2026Warner Bros $111bn sale to Paramount approved by US Justice Department
The approval marks a key development in the merger that will reshape media, allowing the continue of the takeover of the Hollywood studio, which owns CNN and HBO.
June 12, 2026EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova - Reuters
EU envoys agree to first phase of membership talks for Ukraine and Moldova Reuters
June 12, 2026EU deepens Brazil ties, seeks less reliance on US tech - Reuters
EU deepens Brazil ties, seeks less reliance on US tech Reuters
June 11, 2026Apple's AI Siri will be held back by aging devices, Morgan Stanley says - Reuters
Apple's AI Siri will be held back by aging devices, Morgan Stanley says Reuters
June 9, 2026European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia - Reuters
European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia Reuters
June 7, 2026EU conservative chief urges tougher China trade stance, Bild am Sonntag reports - Reuters
EU conservative chief urges tougher China trade stance, Bild am Sonntag reports Reuters
June 7, 2026EU paves way to allow migrant deportations to centres outside bloc - Reuters
EU paves way to allow migrant deportations to centres outside bloc Reuters
June 1, 2026China says EU using trade data selectively to justify import curbs, warns of response - Reuters
China says EU using trade data selectively to justify import curbs, warns of response Reuters
May 28, 2026Ukraine's draft law on EU loan pact seeks funds of $104 billion - Reuters
Ukraine's draft law on EU loan pact seeks funds of $104 billion Reuters
May 28, 2026Can EU find a Russia whisperer to mediate an end to war in Ukraine?
With the US pulling out of trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine, the EU is looking for potential candidates to step in.
May 26, 2026Mexico, EU to sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US - Reuters
Mexico, EU to sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US Reuters
May 22, 2026French consortium to bid for EU's AI datacentre fund - Reuters
French consortium to bid for EU's AI datacentre fund Reuters
May 20, 2026Russia is concerned by US, EU rare earth activity in Central Asia, media reports - Reuters
Russia is concerned by US, EU rare earth activity in Central Asia, media reports Reuters
May 20, 2026EU chief turns up heat on social media's 'addictive' design - Reuters
EU chief turns up heat on social media's 'addictive' design Reuters
May 12, 2026EU proposes to give industries more free CO2 permits - Reuters
EU proposes to give industries more free CO2 permits Reuters
May 11, 2026EU ministers reject Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks - Reuters
EU ministers reject Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks Reuters
May 11, 2026Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
May 7, 2026US to move forward with plans to hike EU car tariffs - Reuters
US to move forward with plans to hike EU car tariffs Reuters
May 4, 2026TikTok EU-China data transfers should be allowed during appeal, Irish Supreme court confirms - Reuters
TikTok EU-China data transfers should be allowed during appeal, Irish Supreme court confirms Reuters
April 30, 2026At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks - Reuters
At UN, China denounces Japan and EU over South China Sea remarks Reuters
April 28, 2026US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday - Reuters
US, EU to sign preliminary partnership deal on critical minerals on Friday Reuters
April 24, 2026China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
April 22, 2026EU looks to tighten grip on jet fuel as Iran war spotlights shortage risks - Reuters
EU looks to tighten grip on jet fuel as Iran war spotlights shortage risks Reuters
April 22, 2026EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action - Reuters
EU divided on suspension of Israel pact as Spain pushes for action Reuters
April 21, 2026European defence stocks cool as investors reassess war winners - Reuters
European defence stocks cool as investors reassess war winners Reuters
April 20, 2026IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much - Reuters
IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much Reuters
April 17, 2026EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says - Reuters
EU and NATO to work to strengthen relationship, von der Leyen says Reuters
April 16, 2026War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows - Reuters
War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows Reuters
April 14, 2026EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act - Reuters
EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act Reuters
April 10, 2026Shoppers feel crunch as price of produce climbs
The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.
April 10, 2026EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.
April 9, 2026India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist - Reuters
India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist Reuters
April 9, 2026US carmakers accuse EU of blocking supersized pick-up trucks from roads, FT reports - Reuters
US carmakers accuse EU of blocking supersized pick-up trucks from roads, FT reports Reuters
April 8, 2026Bayer US head says tariffs will not affect its 2026 forecasts - Reuters
Bayer US head says tariffs will not affect its 2026 forecasts Reuters
April 7, 2026World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts, FAO says - reuters.com
World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts, FAO says reuters.com
April 3, 2026EU lawmakers press China on unsafe products on rare Beijing visit - Reuters
EU lawmakers press China on unsafe products on rare Beijing visit Reuters
April 1, 2026Tech Life
Attribution science is becoming an increasingly important tool in climate lawsuits.
March 31, 2026Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices
Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.
March 30, 2026Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong
Mainland firms are using the territory to test products and as a springboard for global expansion.
March 29, 2026EU and CPTPP agree to progress with "historic" digital trade deal, Canada's international trade minister says - Reuters
EU and CPTPP agree to progress with "historic" digital trade deal, Canada's international trade minister says Reuters
March 27, 2026China willing to actively expand EU imports, says commerce minister - Reuters
China willing to actively expand EU imports, says commerce minister Reuters
March 27, 2026European Parliament gives conditional approval to EU-US trade deal
The agreement would see EU tariffs on US goods reduced to zero while US tariffs on EU imports set at 15%.
March 26, 2026Australia and EU agree sweeping trade deal in face of global uncertainty
Australia and the EU sign sweeping trade and security deals after years of negotiations.
March 24, 2026EU enters 'last mile' of trade deal negotiations with Australia - Reuters
EU enters 'last mile' of trade deal negotiations with Australia Reuters
March 23, 2026Italy warns Russian tanker could explode in Mediterranean at any time
Italy is one of nine EU countries urging the European Commission to act over the Arctic Metagaz, drifting out of control in the Mediterranean Sea.
March 17, 2026Exclusive: EU foreign policy chief Kallas calls on US, Israel to end Iran war - Reuters
Exclusive: EU foreign policy chief Kallas calls on US, Israel to end Iran war Reuters
March 17, 2026EU has 'no appetite' to expand Mideast naval mission to Strait of Hormuz, Kallas says - Reuters
EU has 'no appetite' to expand Mideast naval mission to Strait of Hormuz, Kallas says Reuters
March 16, 2026EU sanctions Chinese and Iranian companies for cyber attacks - Reuters
EU sanctions Chinese and Iranian companies for cyber attacks Reuters
March 16, 2026Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row
Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.
March 15, 2026EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns - Reuters
EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns Reuters
March 12, 2026Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge
The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began
March 11, 2026Reducing Europe's nuclear energy sector was 'strategic mistake', EU chief says - Reuters
Reducing Europe's nuclear energy sector was 'strategic mistake', EU chief says Reuters
March 10, 2026Hungary asks EU to suspend sanctions on Russian energy - Reuters
Hungary asks EU to suspend sanctions on Russian energy Reuters
March 9, 2026EU can no longer rely on 'rules-based' system against threats, von der Leyen says - Reuters
EU can no longer rely on 'rules-based' system against threats, von der Leyen says Reuters
March 9, 2026Slovakia PM Fico to meet EU's von der Leyen to push for restart of Druzhba oil flows - Reuters
Slovakia PM Fico to meet EU's von der Leyen to push for restart of Druzhba oil flows Reuters
March 8, 2026Indonesia to file suspension of concessions against EU on palm oil dispute in WTO - Reuters
Indonesia to file suspension of concessions against EU on palm oil dispute in WTO Reuters
March 7, 2026Surge in jet fuel prices could push up air fares, analysts warn
Disruption to supplies from the Gulf due to the Middle East conflict has pushed the cost up by more than 80%.
March 6, 2026EU trade head says US has given assurance it will honor trade deal - Reuters
EU trade head says US has given assurance it will honor trade deal Reuters
March 5, 2026Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says - Reuters
Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says Reuters
March 4, 2026Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant - Reuters
Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant Reuters
February 27, 2026Mandelson referred to EU anti-fraud agency over Epstein emails
The European Commission says it is assessing whether the peer breached its code of conduct while its trade envoy.
February 26, 2026Elusive Shein boss hails Chinese roots in rare public appearance
His speech follows years of the firm focusing away from China as it moved its headquarters to Singapore.
February 25, 2026Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.
February 24, 2026EU to propose permanent ban on Russian oil after Hungary election, document shows - Reuters
EU to propose permanent ban on Russian oil after Hungary election, document shows Reuters
February 24, 2026Morning Bid: Trump fumes against the world as his tariffs come up short - Reuters
Morning Bid: Trump fumes against the world as his tariffs come up short Reuters
February 24, 2026Indian shares fall on renewed US tariff uncertainty; AI fears drag IT lower - Reuters
Indian shares fall on renewed US tariff uncertainty; AI fears drag IT lower Reuters
February 24, 2026US LNG export surge and soft China demand meet record European imports - Reuters
US LNG export surge and soft China demand meet record European imports Reuters
February 23, 2026EU lawmakers again postpone vote on US trade deal after tariff upheaval - Reuters
EU lawmakers again postpone vote on US trade deal after tariff upheaval Reuters
February 23, 2026EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list - Reuters
EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list Reuters
February 23, 2026UK set to be among worst hit by Trump's 15% global tariff
US allies will suffer the biggest hit from the president's latest announcement, think tank Global Trade Alert says.
February 23, 2026US tariff policy 'hasn't changed', says Trump's trade representative
Jamieson Greer says the legal basis for global import taxes will simply adapt to Friday's Supreme Court ruling.
February 23, 2026EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says - Reuters
EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says Reuters
February 23, 2026The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.
February 22, 2026EU says it will accept no increase in US tariffs after Supreme Court ruling: 'a deal is a deal' - Reuters
EU says it will accept no increase in US tariffs after Supreme Court ruling: 'a deal is a deal' Reuters
February 22, 2026EU lawmaker urges delay to US trade deal vote after tariff upheaval - Reuters
EU lawmaker urges delay to US trade deal vote after tariff upheaval Reuters
February 22, 2026Tariff ruling limits Trump's leverage but won't end uncertainty for trade partners - Reuters
Tariff ruling limits Trump's leverage but won't end uncertainty for trade partners Reuters
February 22, 2026Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court - Reuters
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February 20, 2026German industry seeks clarity on EU-US trade deal after US Supreme Court tariffs ruling - Reuters
German industry seeks clarity on EU-US trade deal after US Supreme Court tariffs ruling Reuters
February 20, 2026China cannot profit from low tariffs and shield own market, EU trade chief says - Reuters
China cannot profit from low tariffs and shield own market, EU trade chief says Reuters
February 20, 2026Europe's main military powers to develop low-cost air-defence systems - Reuters
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February 20, 2026European Commission to propose floating Russian oil price cap - Reuters
European Commission to propose floating Russian oil price cap Reuters
July 10, 2025EU's von der Leyen invites scientists, researchers to make Europe their home - Reuters
EU's von der Leyen invites scientists, researchers to make Europe their home Reuters
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