2026-05-02 03:00–06:00 JST

Trump says Iran wants a deal, but he is dissatisfied with Tehran’s proposal

Published 2026-05-02 03:56 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran wants an agreement with the United States but is dissatisfied with the current proposal, suggesting that negotiations are ongoing. With military clashes continuing in the Middle East, Iran has reportedly submitted a new peace proposal to the United States through Pakistan.

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Trump says EU has failed to comply with deal, raising car and truck tariffs to 25% next week

Published 2026-05-02 03:16 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

President Trump announced that tariffs on cars and trucks from the EU will rise to 25% starting next week, accusing the bloc of failing to comply with its trade agreement. The decision is expected to have a significant impact, particularly on Germany’s automotive industry.

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Most European markets closed for holiday; losses in UK stocks narrow

Published 2026-05-02 02:28 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

With major European markets closed for the Labor Day holiday, the U.K. stock market ended slightly lower after oil prices fell on hopes for peace in the Middle East. The London FTSE 100 Index fell 0.14% to 10363.93 points.

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“Carbon Neutral Action WEEK” to be held nationwide simultaneously from May 4 (Mon., public holiday) to May 11 (Mon.)

Published 2026-05-02 02:20 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

公益社団法人日本青年会議所 announced that it had achieved CO2 reductions of more than 17 tons through “Carbon Neutral Action 2026.” Aiming to further reduce CO2 emissions, it will hold “Carbon Neutral Action WEEK” simultaneously nationwide from May 4 to 11, 2026, and is inviting the public to take part.

Companies mentioned：公益社団法人日本青年会議所、環境省

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