France and Germany have called for European unity in response to Trump's new tariffs, which could hurt the global economy

Jean-Noel Barrot, France's foreign minister, underlined the importance of European unity in response to Donald Trump's trade offensive, which has imposed global tariffs, including on the EU. Barrot said that only through solidarity can Europeans have a strong negotiating position. The EU will initially react next week to previous tariffs on steel and aluminum, with consultations on possible new measures to follow. Annalena Baerbock, Germany's head of diplomacy, said the situation underlines the need for European unity.