💨 Abstract

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with President Trump and found the U.S. administration open to discussions and committed to NATO. Their meeting was described as constructive and candid, with differing views on Ukraine. Merz urged U.S. lawmakers to take Russian rearmament seriously. He emphasized the importance of transatlantic trust and the role of Europe, particularly Germany, as key partners. Merz is confident in the U.S. commitment to NATO, especially as Germany increases its defense spending.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff