May Is Said to Give Up on Cross-Party Brexit Talks

The transcript discusses Angela Merkel's significant shift in stance regarding the EU-UK deal, emphasizing the need for both parties to finalize the agreement. The EU has consistently placed the onus on the UK to make efforts in the negotiation process. Michele Barnea, leading the negotiation for the EU, has stated that any further actions would require political decisions. Germany is seeking clarity from the UK, with expectations for a new plan from Theresa May. The focus is on whether the UK will request an extension under Article 50, amid tensions among EU member states about the duration of such an extension.

What was Angela Merkel's significant shift in stance regarding the EU-UK deal?

• She suggested the UK remain in the EU.

• She proposed a new trade agreement.

• She emphasized the need for both the UK and EU to finalize the deal.

• She decided to leave the EU.

Who is leading the negotiations from the EU's perspective?

• Theresa May

• Angela Merkel

• Michele Barnea

• Jean-Claude Juncker

What is Germany seeking from the UK in the negotiations?

• Financial compensation

• A military alliance

• Clarity on the UK's position

• A new trade deal

What is the EU expecting from Theresa May regarding the Brexit plan?

• A Plan B that can pass the UK Parliament

• A complete withdrawal from negotiations

• An extension of the current deal

• A new trade agreement with the US

What is causing tension among EU member states regarding the Brexit negotiations?

• The length of the Article 50 extension

• The UK's refusal to negotiate

• The EU's demand for more concessions

• The UK's economic policies