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Europe needs closer integration in Trump era, Polish justice minister says

Europe needs closer integration in Trump era, Polish justice minister says

By Anna Koper, Anna Wlodarczak-Semczuk and Justyna Pawlak WARSAW, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The policies of U.S. President Donald Trump should push Europe towards deeper integration and to strengthen itself militarily, Polish Justice Minister Waldemar Zurek said on Thursday.

European Commission Defends Leadership Against President Trump's Criticism

European Commission Defends Leadership Against President Trump's Criticism

The European Commission's Chief Spokesperson, Paula Pinho, has defended European leaders following criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump described Europe as a 'decaying' group of countries led by 'weak' leaders. In response, Pinho emphasized the strength and capability of European leaders, particularly highlighting the leadership of Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. Pinho's remarks were made during a press conference where she reiterated the pride Europeans have in their leaders, who are managing various challenges, including trade and regional conflicts. The defense comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Europe, exacerbated by a U.S. national security manifesto that criticized European governance and policies.

Denmark Labels U.S. as Potential Security Concern Amidst Strategic Tensions

Denmark Labels U.S. as Potential Security Concern Amidst Strategic Tensions

Denmark has identified the United States as a potential security concern for the first time in an annual report by the Danish Defense Intelligence Service (DDIS). The report highlights the U.S.'s use of economic power and military force, even against allies, as a growing concern. This assessment is part of a broader analysis indicating that major powers are increasingly prioritizing their own interests. The report also focuses on threats from Russia and China, noting the increased military threat from Russia to NATO and the uncertainty surrounding the U.S.'s role as a security guarantor for Europe. The relationship between Denmark and the U.S. has been strained, particularly after President Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, a move that signaled a shift in U.S. strategic priorities.

US can replicate revenues if Supreme Court rules against IEEPA tariffs, trade chief says

US can replicate revenues if Supreme Court rules against IEEPA tariffs, trade chief says

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Dec 10 (Reuters) - The United States can use other measures to recreate the roughly $200 billion in revenues it is collecting under tariffs based on a 1977 law if the Supreme Court strikes down use of that law, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Wednesday.

Letters to the Editor Highlight Europe's Peace Challenges Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Letters to the Editor Highlight Europe's Peace Challenges Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

A series of letters to the editor in the New York Post discuss Europe's role in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the proposed peace plan involving President Trump. The letters criticize the European Union's lack of decisive action and question the effectiveness of the proposed peace plan, which includes removing sanctions on Russia. The writers express concern over rewarding aggression and emphasize the need for NATO guarantees for Ukraine. The letters reflect a broader debate on how Europe should respond to Russian aggression and the implications of the peace plan for regional stability.

Analysis-Contrasting views of Russia show deepening Republican split over foreign policy

Analysis-Contrasting views of Russia show deepening Republican split over foreign policy

By Jonathan Landay and Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (Reuters) - In the past week, President Donald Trump and senior Republican lawmakers have presented starkly different views of a top U.S. national security challenge: Russia, its war in Ukraine and the threat it poses to Europe and the

Trump calls EU fine on X 'nasty one', says Europe going in 'bad directions'

Trump calls EU fine on X 'nasty one', says Europe going in 'bad directions'

WASHINGTON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday called a fine imposed on Elon Musk's social media company X by European Union tech regulators "a nasty one" and said he did not understand how they could justify the move.

German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence

German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the Trump administration’s new national security strategy underscores the need for Europe to become “much more independent” from the United States in terms of security policy

EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision

EU leader warns of US interference in Europe's affairs as Russia praises Trump's security vision

A top European Union official has warned the United States against interfering in European affairs

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members

The Latest: Supreme Court likely to back Trump’s power to fire independent agency board members

The U.S. Supreme Court seems likely to expand presidential control over independent federal agencies, signaling support for President Donald Trump’s firing of board members

Elon Musk Criticizes EU After $140 Million Fine on Social Media Platform X

Elon Musk Criticizes EU After $140 Million Fine on Social Media Platform X

Elon Musk has called for the abolition of the European Union following a $140 million fine imposed on his social media company, X, by the European Commission. The fine was issued due to alleged violations of the Digital Services Act, including deceptive design of the platform's 'blue checkmark' and lack of transparency in its advertising repository. Musk's comments have been echoed by U.S. officials, who view the fine as an attack on American tech companies. The European Commission's decision marks the first non-compliance ruling under the Digital Services Act, which aims to regulate online platforms.

Hungary's Orban says Trump strategy grasps Europe's 'civilisation-scale decline'

Hungary's Orban says Trump strategy grasps Europe's 'civilisation-scale decline'

BUDAPEST, Dec 11 (Reuters) - The new National Security Strategy of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration shows that America understands Europe's "civilisational-scale decline", Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban wrote on X on Thursday.