EU Races to Avert Trump’s Tariff Threat as July 9 Deadline Looms
With Trump threatening 50% tariffs on EU goods, European leaders scramble for a last-minute trade deal. France and Germany are divided as Brussels weighs a narrow framework deal to avoid a transatlantic trade war.
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Trump’s Advice to Macron After Viral ‘Face Push’ Video: “Make Sure the Door Remains Closed”
During oval office briefing Trump’s Advice to Macron After Viral 'Face Push' Video: “Make Sure the Door Remains Closed.” During a press conference at the White House alongside billionaire Elon Musk, U.S. President Donald Trump weighed in on a viral video showing French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife, Brigitte Macron, giving her husband a playful shove in the face. The video, which quickly spread across social media platforms, sparked rampant speculation and even conspiracy theories regarding the French first couple’s relationship.
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Indonesia Offers Diplomatic Recognition of Israel If Palestine Gains Statehood
In a significant diplomatic statement, Indonesia Offers Diplomatic Recognition of Israel If Palestine Gains Statehood. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced on Wednesday that Indonesia is ready to recognize Israel provided that Israel first recognizes an independent Palestinian state. The announcement came during Prabowo’s high-level meeting in Jakarta with French President Emmanuel Macron, as both leaders emphasized renewed momentum toward the long-stalled two-state solution. This marks a potential policy shift for Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, which has historically refused formal diplomatic ties with Israel and consistently championed Palestinian statehood.
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“Macron Mocked Over Viral ‘Face Shove’ by Wife Brigitte as Kremlin Joins in on Controversy”
French President Macron Mocked Over Viral 'Face Shove' by Wife Brigitte as Kremlin Joins in on Controversy. A brief, awkward moment between French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron during their arrival in Vietnam has sparked an international meme-fest, social media frenzy, and even a mocking jab from the Russian Foreign Ministry. The video that shows Brigitte appearing to shove Macron’s face as they exited the aircraft went viral — and quickly drew attention from both critics and conspiracy theorists.
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UK and EU Seek Historic Reset in First Bilateral Summit Since Brexit
In what may become a defining moment, UK and EU Seek Historic Reset in First Bilateral Summit Since Brexit. The United Kingdom and European Union are convening in London on Monday, May 19, 2025, for their first bilateral summit since Brexit. The historic meeting, hosted by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, signals an urgent push to reset UK-EU relations, focusing on trade, defence, mobility, and geopolitical cooperation.
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Putin Calls for Direct Talks with Ukraine as US, Europe Push for 30-Day Ceasefire
After over three years of devastating conflict Putin Calls for Direct Talks with Ukraine as US, Europe Push for 30-Day Ceasefire. In a rare late-night televised address on Sunday, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed restarting direct talks with Ukraine “without preconditions” on May 15 in Istanbul. Putin’s proposal marks the most significant signal in months that Moscow may be ready to negotiate.
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