What the papers say – February 3
What the papers say – February 3
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Concern over the possibility of an international trade war dominates the papers at the start of the working week. The Telegraph reports the European Union has warned the US it is ready to retaliate against any tariffs imposed by the President, as The Guardian says Donald Trump imposed steep tariffs on three of the US’ largest trading partners. The Financial Times says Mr Trump is facing backlash from business groups and some Republicans over the move.
Meanwhile, The Times says French President Emmanuel Macron is set to tell Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that his appearance at an EU summit dinner shows Brexit has failed. Struggling British businesses will suffer under plans to link Britain to the EU’s green scheme, according to the Daily Mail. The i reports a defence review is set to recommend a UK Iron Dome to defend against possible missile attacks from Russia and other hostile states.
