Western media reported that “such a measure, if implemented, would be unprecedented,” noting that “it is likely that these sanctions will take the form of visa restrictions. However, the US State Department has not yet made a final decision on imposing them.” It also added that “in early August, the Trump administration instructed American diplomats in Europe to launch a pressure campaign to create opposition to the European Union’s Digital Services Act.” Last month, US President Donald Trump announced reaching a trade agreement to reduce tariffs to 15%, a move that ends months of tension and uncertainty about trade relations with the United States’ largest trading partner. This tariff rate represents a retreat from Trump’s previous threats, which included imposing a 30% tariff on July 12 and 20% on April 2, reflecting the success of negotiations in reaching a compromise, according to Western media. Trump, in announcing the agreement, confirmed that the European Union would not impose tariffs on US imports, stating that the agreement is “satisfactory to both parties,” enhancing transatlantic economic cooperation. On her part, President Ursula von der Leyen praised the agreement, affirming that it “will provide stability and predictability,” which are vital factors for businesses on both sides of the Atlantic. This agreement comes after intense negotiations between the two sides, amid fears of a trade escalation that could have affected supply chains and increased prices in vital sectors such as pharmaceuticals, automobiles, and agricultural products.
