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Trump says EU allowing Canada as associate member could be ‘hostile act’

Trump on Wednesday warned he would impose heavy tariffs on Europe if he judged the bloc's intentions to be unfavourable, while leaving the door open if they were not.

Euronews

Europe versus the US: The world’s best cities in 2026 ranked

Europe claims four places among the world’s top 10 cities for economic strength, liveability and future potential: London, Paris, Dublin and Zurich. The US accounts for five, led by New York.

Euronews

Opening the EU door for Canada is a harmless gesture. But it won’t fix Europe’s security crisis

Beyond the morale boost and Mark Carney’s stardust, ‘associate membership’ means little, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre

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Which European cities have the most expensive public transport?

A new Greenpeace study has found that fares have risen in 14 European capitals since 2023, with some cities seeing prices climb by more than 50% – although public transport has become cheaper in four others.

Euronews

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union’s first associate member, as Ottawa seeks closer ties with Europe amid deteriorating relations with the United States. The proposed partnership would expand cooperation beyond trade into defence, technology, energy, critical minerals, AI, cybersecurity and economic security.

The Economic Times

'Hostile act': Trump livid as EU mulls making Canada its first 'associate member'

The proposal comes as Canada looks to reduce its dependence on the United States following Trump's tariffs and repeated remarks about making Canada the 51st US state. Von der Leyen said the EU and Canada would build on their existing free trade agreement, known as CETA, through a wider partnership…

The Times of India

Trump calls EU offer to Canada of associate membership ‘laughable’, while threatening tariffs

The US president call the move a ‘hostile act’, as Canada seeks to move closer to the EU and diversify its defence ties

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Trump says EU letting Canada become an associate member could be ‘hostile act’ and threatens to cut off trade

Trump has embroiled U.S. in a deepening trade war with its northern neighbor

The Independent UK

Azerbaijan insists it will preserve Christian heritage as part of its history

In a Euronews Forum panel in Dubai, Azerbaijan’s presidential advisor Hikmet Hajiyev said peace with Armenia is “an uphill struggle,” but Azerbaijan is committed to preserving the Christian heritage on its territory as it is part of its history.

Euronews

Wheat Posts Late Strength to Close Wednesday Higher

The wheat complex rounded out the Wednesday session, with the three exchanges pushing higher. Chicago SRW contracts closed with contracts 1 ½ to 6 ½ cents in the green. KC HRW futures were 1 to 5 cents in the green at the close. MPLS spring wheat saw strength, with contracts...

Barchart

Exploding Packages, Cyberattacks and Sabotage Plots Expose Scale of Russia's War on Europe, ISW Warns

The Institute for the Study of War says Germany's attribution of the Leipzig drone incident marks a shift in Europe's willingness to publicly address alleged Russian kinetic and hybrid operations.

International Business Times UK

Canada, the EU's First 'Associate Member'? Brussels Says Yes — Ottawa Says Not So Fast

Von der Leyen invited Canada to become the EU's first 'associate member.' Carney calls it a 'unique alliance,' not membership.

Latin Times

‘Made in Europe’ law threatens UK plans for reset with EU

Government sources say legislation aimed at China poses a risk to British businesses and must be addressed

The Guardian - UK

Is EU’s offer to Canada a blueprint for Britain – or a reminder it is out in the cold?

Ursula von der Leyen has opened door for Canada to become associate member to deepen links in ‘openly hostile world’

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France 24

The 28th state? Carney's Canada draws closer to European Union

With a US president who talks of making Canada the 51st state, its leader in Europe where it’s not quite the EU's 28th state on offer, but something the president of the European Commission is calling ‘associate membership’. We’ll ask what that means, how it differs from the close status…

The Conversation

Thanks, Trump: Why Canada may become the European Union’s first ever ‘associate member’

Can a country change continents? Canada seems set to try.

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EPA repeals power plant carbon standards

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Wheat Posting Mixed Action on Wednesday

The wheat complex is mixed, but mostly lower on Wednesday. Chicago SRW contracts are showing 4 to 5 cent losses on the day. KC HRW futures are 3 to 4 cents in the red at midday. MPLS spring wheat is showing fractionally mixed action on the Wednesday session. Export Sales...

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The Economic Times

Trump vs Carney: The dealmaker meets his match in a central banker

In response to Trump's pressures, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has strategically leveraged central banking principles. Steadfast in resisting tight deadlines while prioritising Canada’s long-term economic stability, Carney is actively looking to establish diverse trade partnerships that extend beyond the United States. A proposed 'associate member' status from Europe further…

The Independent UK

Historic first or symbolic gesture? What Canada’s associate membership with the European Union could look like

IN FOCUS: Canada is looking for closer ties with the European Union amid a deepening trade war with the United States and clashes with Donald Trump. James C. Reynolds looks at what we know so far

The Independent UK

War between Russia and Europe would be ‘very short’, Putin’s foreign minister warns

Veteran Putin ally Sergei Lavrov suggested a fight with Europe would not prove difficult for Moscow

The Independent UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Urgent search for missing toddler and ‘Putney pusher’ suspect dead

New CCTV images show missing toddler playing before his disappearance. Could the UK also become an ‘associate member’ of the EU? Oxfordshire village votes for independence over asylum housing protest. Inflation hits five-month high - what that means for your wallet. ‘Putney pusher’ suspect found dead – police issue statement.…

Euronews

Exein becomes unicorn: Italian Physical AI security start-up valued at $1.7bn

Rome-based startup Exein raises $270 million, reaching a $1.7 billion valuation. The company secures Physical AI, protecting over 1.5 billion connected devices across multiple industries.

Euronews

EU - Canada: Standing ovation for Mark Carney at European Parliament

"I would like to work with you on opening the door for Canada to be the first associate member of the EU," von der Leyen told the Canadian prime minister, who was attending her annual keynote speech -- drawing a standing ovation in the chamber.

The Independent UK

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