Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz and other EU leaders criticize Trump's new tariffs, viewing them as a unilateral attack that could severely impact the European economy. The tariffs affect key sectors like automotive, luxury goods, and chemicals, with countries like France, Germany, and Italy being particularly vulnerable. The EU plans to coordinate a response, potentially targeting US services, while also considering the implications of a trade war. The situation is complicated by the EU's reliance on US energy supplies and the need to maintain good relations with the US. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)