Trump Threatens EU with Retaliatory Tariffs Over Google Antitrust fine
Brussels/Essen – Former US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with new tariffs if they do not rescind a recent €2.42 billion antitrust fine levied against Google. The escalating dispute,announced late yesterday,casts a shadow over transatlantic trade relations and comes amidst ongoing concerns about digital regulation.
Meanwhile, in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), several key developments unfolded today:
Essen Vocational Collage Security Boost: Following a serious knife attack on a teacher at a vocational college in Essen, the city has contracted a private security firm to provide a visible presence throughout the educational park. The 17-year-old Kosovare suspect has been arrested.
Green Youth Leader Criticizes Söder: Jette Nietzard, the outgoing head of Green Youth, sparked controversy by publicly labeling CSU Chairman Markus Söder a “dog son” in a now-deleted video on the TIITOK social media platform, criticizing his attendance record in parliament. Söder has yet to respond.
gelsenkirchen Cooling Tower Demolition: A 116-meter cooling tower at the former hard coal power plant in Gelsenkirchen-Scholven was safely demolished this morning as part of ongoing restoration efforts by Uniper, linked to the country’s shift away from coal. A 300-meter security zone was enforced during the operation.
National Express Increases Service: national express is increasing service frequency on several lines in NRW, including the RE4 “Wupper-Express”, Re7 “Rhein-Münsterland-Express”, two RRX lines, and the RB48 “Rhein-Wupper-Bahn,” citing prosperous recruitment and training of new personnel.
* Iranian Opposition Demonstrates in brussels: Thousands of Iranian exiles and opposition groups are demonstrating in Brussels today, protesting the Iranian government’s escalating executions. The UN reports over 800 executions in Iran this year, targeting activists, artists, and women.
Regarding the Trump/EU dispute: The former President stated via social media that the Google fine was “unfair” and “designed to hurt American companies.” He warned that if the EU does not “immediately drop” the penalty, he would impose “ample tariffs” on EU goods entering the United States.The EU Commission has defended the fine, arguing it is indeed a necessary measure to ensure fair competition in the digital market.
