As if transatlantic relations weren’t bad enough already. U.S. President Donald Trump’s protectionist policies and his decision not to implement the Paris Agreement on climate change were more than enough to rattle Washington’s European allies and expose fundamental differences in the transatlantic relationship.

But now, a sanctions bill agreed by the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives aimed at punishing Russia for its alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election has further exacerbated ties and is leading to a nasty dispute. In reality, the bill punishes European companies working with Russia.

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