EU Trade Relations at Risk as Trump Proposes New Tariffs

Fri Oct 24 2025 14:05:16 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

President Trump's recommendations for significant tariffs on European goods and Apple iPhones signal escalating trade tensions.

Trump has threatened a 50% tariff on EU imports and a 25% levy on non-U.S.-made iPhones, stating that these measures are necessary to prioritize domestic manufacturing.

In a recent social media statement, President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a staggering 50% tariff on imports from the European Union. He expressed frustration, stating, "Our discussions with them are going nowhere!" This move is seen as an advanced step in the ongoing trade conflict with the EU, which currently imposes a 10% tariff on goods entering the United States.

In addition to tariff threats against the EU, Trump is targeting technology giant Apple. He warned of a 25% import tax on iPhones unless they are manufactured within the United States, emphasizing his expectation that Apple’s products should not be produced in countries like India or others. "I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States," Trump stated.

The administration views tariffs as a strategic tool for strengthening American manufacturing and protecting domestic jobs from global competition. This latest announcement follows a series of tariff threats aimed at various countries worldwide, aimed at reshaping trade to favor U.S. industries. As developments continue, further updates and details will be disclosed.