Barnier Says EU `Profoundly Regrets' Rejection of Brexit Deal

The transcript discusses the Brexit negotiations, focusing on the recent defeat of the UK government's Brexit deal. Michel Barnier, the EU Brexit negotiator, expresses regret over the vote and highlights the intense efforts made in collaboration with the UK. The discussion covers the political conditions for the Withdrawal Agreement, the framework for future UK-EU relations, and the need for the UK to decide on the next steps towards an orderly withdrawal by March 29.

What was the EU's reaction to the UK government's Brexit deal defeat?

• They were indifferent.

• They were profoundly regretful.

• They were pleased.

• They were surprised.

What was the EU's stance on the political conditions in London for the Withdrawal Agreement?

• They were unsure about the conditions.

• They believed the conditions were met.

• They felt the conditions were not yet there.

• They thought the conditions were unclear.

What was a key focus of the collaborative efforts between the EU and the British Government?

• Building a new border wall.

• Mapping out a framework for future relations.

• Increasing trade tariffs.

• Establishing a new currency.

What did the EU and British Government aim to preserve in their negotiations?

• The UK's membership in the EU.

• The EU's fishing rights.

• The integrity of the UK's territory.

• The EU's agricultural policies.

What was the responsibility of the British authorities following the vote?

• To call for a new referendum.

• To immediately accept the EU's terms.

• To assess the vote outcome and decide on the next steps.

• To ignore the vote outcome.