President Trump announced Sunday that the US will postpone the implementation of a 50% tariff on European Union goods until July 9, 2025, providing a window for renewed negotiations with the bloc. The tariffs, originally set to take effect on June 1, had sparked concerns over escalating trade tensions.

The decision followed a phone call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who Trump said expressed a strong desire to engage in “serious negotiations.” Speaking to reporters in Morristown, New Jersey, Trump emphasized that he had been urging the EU to return to the table. Trump said von der Leyen committed to acting quickly to resolve the dispute.

Trump had previously threatened the tariffs in a social media post on Friday, citing stalled talks and accusing the EU of being “very difficult to deal with.” However, Sunday’s conversation appeared to ease those concerns.

Trump posted the below to Truth Social on Sunday evening.

Von der Leyen also publicly reacted to the call, underscoring the importance of the transatlantic economic partnership. “Europe is ready to advance talks swiftly and decisively,” she said. “To reach a good deal, we would need the time until July 9.”

The delay gives both sides breathing room to avoid a costly escalation that could disrupt one of the world’s most significant trade relationships.