The United States and European Union have reached a major trade agreement that imposes a 15% baseline tariff on most EU goods entering the US, averting a potentially devastating trade war. In exchange, the EU has pledged to purchase hundreds of billions of dollars in American energy and military equipment, though many analysts doubt these targets are realistic. While the deal is being hailed by some as bringing stability and predictability, European leaders—especially in France and Germany—have criticized it as a capitulation to US pressure. The agreement is expected to raise prices on imported goods such as cars and pharmaceuticals, and has left many in Europe questioning the bloc's negotiating strength. Despite the relief at avoiding higher tariffs, the deal has exposed deep divisions and concerns over Europe's economic leverage on the global stage.
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