In an interview with several European newspapers, including Le Monde and The Economist, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed concerns over the continuing 'commercial threats' and 'intimidation' from the United States. He urged European leaders to awaken to these ongoing challenges, stressing that despite a temporary sense of relief after the crisis peak regarding tariffs during Donald Trump's presidency, the issues persist and require serious attention.

Macron highlighted that while there was a negotiated agreement that offered a reprieve from tariff disputes, it is crucial for European leaders not to be complacent. He warned against underestimating the US's strategies and noted that the threat of tariffs on pharmaceuticals and other sectors will likely continue, implying that negotiations alone will not resolve these tensions.

The French leader emphasized the importance of a united European front in the face of these aggressions, suggesting that compromise could send the wrong message. He reflected on the past experiences and strategies that had been tested, calling for a firm stance from Europe against these threats to safeguard its interests and assert its sovereignty in global trade matters.