Trump also warned other countries in trade talks, including South Korea and Japan, to reach a deal before August 1, or face steep tariffs. South Korea has been told it will face 25 percent tariffs from August 1 unless a deal is done.

By Jeff Mason, Bart H. Meijer and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON/BRUSSELS (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday began telling trade partners - from powerhouse suppliers like Japan and South Korea to minor players - that sharply higher U.