The European Union is grappling with a temporary pause in U.

S. tariffs, following Donald Trump's decision to reduce duties on EU imports to 10%.

French President Emmanuel Macron called this a "fragile pause" and urged Europe to prepare countermeasures to protect its industries.

Trump has proposed lifting tariffs entirely if the EU agrees to purchase $350 billion in U.

S. energy, a move that has left European leaders cautious.

Meanwhile, the EU is considering targeted tariffs on U.

S. goods, such as agricultural products and industrial items, to counter American measures on steel and aluminum.

The French wine and spirits industry, heavily reliant on U.

S. exports, fears significant losses despite the exclusion of bourbon from EU tariffs.

With 90 days of uncertainty ahead, the EU aims to negotiate a balanced trade agreement to safeguard its economy.