The European Commission is considering all possible options for responding to US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Europe has said that cool-headedness in negotiations will be its guiding principle. Instead of continuously escalating tensions with new tariffs, it will look for other means.

Unofficial information has leaked that nothing is out of the question, including imposing taxes on American internet giants in Europe.

Immediately afterwards, the American press reported that Brussels was preparing a record fine against the X platform for lack of sufficient control over disinformation.

Brussels clarified today that an investigation is underway, i.e. at least for the time being, there is no decision on a fine against Elon Musk's platform, bTV writes.

The risk facing the global economy in a time of sluggish growth is high. The assessment comes from IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva:

"It is important to avoid steps that could further harm the global economy. We call on the United States and its trading partners to work constructively to resolve trade tensions and reduce uncertainty."

Brussels believes that it is not yet too late to stop the confrontation and negotiate with Washington.

"This period is a real test. We are in close and continuous contact with the member states. So we state with full conviction that we are ready, all options are on the table and we are moving forward step by step, not all at once," said Olof Gill, a spokesman for the EC.

The Bulgarian first diplomat also joined in from Brussels, where the meeting of foreign ministers of NATO countries was held.

"From now on, assessments will be made, analyses will be made, and opportunities will be considered to avoid deepening such future negative consequences that any trade confrontation could lead to. The free market and allowing trade to develop unhindered is perhaps the best solution that should be sought," said Georg Georgiev, Minister of Foreign Affairs.