Germany's finance minister has reacted strongly to US President Donald Trump's threats regarding customs duties. The minister stated that Germany and France are in full solidarity on this issue and will never yield to blackmail.
The editorial reports that the German side's statement emphasized that Europe's response will be clear and united. It was stated that if US President Donald Trump continues his threats regarding tariffs, the European Union is prepared to take adequate countermeasures.
The minister noted that the European side does not want the situation to escalate, but everything has its limits, and the US president's continuous provocations have already crossed that limit. According to him, such an approach is unacceptable for Europe.
The statement also indicated that Europe's hand is still extended for dialogue, but if the current attitude does not change, Germany and France will not hesitate to give a joint, necessary response. This statement is assessed as an indication that trade tensions between the US and Europe could deepen further.