18:43 (16:43)⇢The Tariff Crossroad
⌨Italian media extensively reports on US President Donald Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on EU goods from August 1st, with explicit warnings of further increases if the EU retaliates (Adnkronos, ANSA, Corriere Della Sera, HuffPost Italia, Il Fatto Quotidiano, La Repubblica). Italian outlets highlight a potential 35 billion euro damage to Italy and detail the EU's internal debate on whether to negotiate or respond forcefully, with an urgent meeting convened (Corriere Della Sera, HuffPost Italia). Coverage also continues on the tragic shooting incident in Rafah, Gaza, resulting in 30 deaths (Avvenire, La Stampa).