EU to hit back against Trump's 25% metal tariffs: French minister

European Union (EU) will take reciprocal measures if US President Donald Trump imposes 25% tariff on metal imports like steel and aluminum, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said. "There is no hesitation when it comes to defending our interests," Barrot said on Monday. US levied 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada which is on a 1-month pause.