Economists had already downgraded growth for the European Union, and the new duties would hit industries there especially hard. Companies are looking for ways to blunt the impact.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is working with EU leaders to prevent 30 percent U.S. tariffs before the August 1 deadline amid escalating trade tensions.

President Donald Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on the European Union will have repercussions for companies and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz will pass an early plank of his domestic agenda into law on Friday, grounded in classical economic arguments.

Germany summoned the Chinese ambassador to the Foreign Ministry on Tuesday after saying China’s military had laser targeted a German aircraft taking part in an EU operation in the Red Sea.

Shilpee Theatre has begun its European tour with an opening performance of ‘Lost and Found’ at Cargo Theatre in Freiburg, Germany, on July 12. The show started a 40-day journey through Germany, Denmark, and Sweden, with 12 performances, six workshops, and a goal to build cultural bridges through theatre.

The market for low-cost flights in Europe is growing, but Germany is lagging behind. While low-cost carriers account for about one-third of all flights across Europe, their share in Germany is only 21 percent.

Europe recently downgraded the protected status of wolves, sparking concern among conservationists who warn this may undo decades of progress and lead to the species becoming threatened again.

President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico starting August 1, a move that could cause massive upheaval between the United States and two of its biggest trade partners.