Germany's Merz tries to downplay row with Trump
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- Category: Europe
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 08:40 UTC
- Sources: Politico Europe
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sought to cool tensions with US President Donald Trump over their public spat, insisting their relationship remains strong. However, Politico Europe notes that the disagreement over Iran policy remains unresolved.
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