EU leaders to skip summit in Colombia after Trump sanctions
German chancellor and European Commission chief axe plans to attend regional meeting following US president’s actions
German chancellor and European Commission chief axe plans to attend regional meeting following US president’s actions

Leaders due to meet on Sunday in bid to avoid economically damaging transatlantic trade war

European Commission president’s trip comes as bloc races to avoid transatlantic trade war with Washington

Washington advised to use economic penalties to shape talks and enforce any ceasefire

Berlin convenes virtual summit on Wednesday, including call with presidents of US and Ukraine

Delegates raise concerns that US gamesmanship in international policy will spillover to COP30

Agreements at G20 and COP30 show how America’s absence has not demoralised world leaders