DW: As US tariffs go into effect, Europe, Canada and Mexico strike back
Canada and Mexico have already announced retaliatory tariffs on billions of dollars worth of US goods. The EU has taken the case to the WTO and vowed to hit iconic US products with import penalties.
The US introduced a 25-percent tariff on steel and a 10-percent tariff on aluminum from the EU, Canada and Mexico on Friday, sparking furious reactions from European leaders who had been hoping for an exemption from the measures.
In response, the EU has formally complained about the tariffs to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and vowed to hit back with retaliatory tariffs on an array of US products.
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MIDDLE EAST
US warns against attacking its troops after Assad says they’ll leave Syria ‘one way or another'.
Hezbollah, Iran-backed forces won't take part in south Syria assault – Source.
Syrian refugees fear permanent exile over confiscation law.
May records 'lowest monthly civilian toll' in Syria war.
US to veto Palestinian 'protection' resolution at UN, says Nikki Haley.
Jordan price hikes spark protests, royal reprieve.
Vogue Arabia cover with princess at the wheel of a car called 'insensitive' by activists.
ASIA
Taliban 'categorically reject' claim of dialogue with Kabul.
Smoke from North Korea's Yongbyon reactor raises questions.
Russia cautions US, North Korea against deliberately pushing unrealistic demands.
North Korea tourism revival expected in China as relations thaw.
Chinese interference in New Zealand at 'critical' stage, says Canada spy report.
Myanmar and UN agree on steps for Rohingya repatriation.
Election to test Pakistan democracy amid allegations of military meddling.
AFRICA
Traffickers kill 12 migrants trying to flee Libya camp: UN.
E.Guinea opposition leader accuses govt of killing cousin.
Army in Madagascar threatens to 'intervene' over political crisis.
Kenyan officials to take polygraph tests to tackle corruption.
Zimbabwe opposition plans election reform protests.
Uganda to build 'Idi Amin museum' to attract tourists.
Mali adopts 'national consensus' law.
EUROPE
EU opens WTO case against Trump's steel and aluminium tariffs. EU joins global battle against Trump tariff onslaught.
EU 'not at war with anyone' on trade: Mogherini.
Spain Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy forced to step down. Mariano Rajoy: Spanish PM forced out of office.
Political novice Giuseppe Conte sworn in as Italy's new PM. Italy establishes populist government led by Giuseppe Conte.
Italy vows to 'send home' undocumented immigrants.
'Drain the swamp': rightwing leader pulls ahead in Slovenia's polls.
German prosecutors apply for Puigdemont's extradition.
Murdered Maltese reporter faced threat of libel action in UK.
AMERICAS
U.S. adds 223,000 jobs in May; unemployment lowest since 1969. US jobless rate falls to 18-year low.
Trump fires back at Trudeau: Canada has treated U.S. agriculture 'very poorly'. Trump calls on Canada to open markets, remove trade barriers.
Clinton allies open to backing Warren for president in 2020.
16 killed in Mother's Day marches across Nicaragua as calls for new elections grow. Nicaragua protests: More than 100 killed since April.
Brazil's presidential frontrunner urges review of ties with China.
Protests in Argentina calling for decriminalisation of abortion.
US-Cuba mail service fully implemented after trial phase.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Pentagon says nearly 500 civilians killed in US military operations in Trump's first year.
US-led coalition acknowledges more civilian deaths in war against ISIS.
Al-Qaeda blasts Saudi's reformist Crown prince over 'sinful projects' including bringing back cinemas and allowing women to drive.
US, coalition forces used cyberattacks to hunt down ISIS command posts.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Chinese firms pile in to sponsor World Cup 2018 amid Fifa fallout.
ANZ, Deutsche Bank, Citigroup face 'cartel' charges.
Gender pay gap costs global economy $160tn, says World Bank stud.
