“We cannot accept anymore to be blackmailed by the US administration.”

Former French Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire tells #12MinutesWith that Europe must become stronger, more united and more independent if it wants to withstand pressure from global powers.

His solution? A core group of six EU countries driving the bloc’s agenda on security, energy and industrial competitiveness.

📺 Tonight, 18:15 CET on Euronews.

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Trump signs initial deal to end Iran war and open Strait of Hormuz as nuclear talks continue

Trump signed an initial framework deal to restore the pre-war status quo between Iran and the United States, inking an initial agreement towards ending a war he started with Israel on 28 February.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his country would “play our full part” in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though he declined to confirm when British warships could be in the area.

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Israel continues strikes on Lebanon ahead of anticipated US-Iran framework deal

While violence has declined in Lebanon since a US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war was announced on Monday, Israeli strikes on the south have killed at least five people since the deal, according to Lebanese state media.

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As tourism surges across Europe, tensions with local communities are mounting over access to housing and rising costs. Which countries are seeing the biggest backlash?

#EuropeInMotion explains the latest figures.

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