Germany and Italy Block EU Bid to Suspend Trade Agreement with Israel
Germany and Italy have prevented the European Union from suspending its association agreement with Israel, despite concerns over human rights violations.The proposal to partially suspend the trade deal was tabled by Ireland, Spain, and Slovenia but failed to secure majority support among EU member states.The EU foreign ministers met on April 21, 2026, to discuss the suspension amid ongoing violence in Gaza and the West Bank.The bloc remains divided on imposing sanctions on Israel, with some countries criticizing the Israeli government's actions while others oppose punitive measures.No immediate suspension of the agreement will take place, and the EU foreign policy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Apr 2026 22:31 LONDON
US Commerce Secretary Calls for Reworking of North American Trade Deal Ahead of Talks
Howard Lutnick, the United States Commerce Secretary under President Trump, has publicly criticized Canada's trade strategy.He stated that the existing North American trade agreement requires significant revisions before upcoming negotiations.Lutnick's remarks came as preparations for trade talks between the US and Canada are underway.The Commerce Secretary's comments highlight tensions in the trade relationship between the two countries.He described Canada's approach as inadequate and emphasized the need for a reworked deal that better serves US interests.No specific details about the proposed changes were provided.There have been no reports of immediate disruptions or official responses from Canadian authorities following Lutnick's statements.The remarks,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Apr 2026 18:03 LONDON
