Event Brief
German Leader’s EU Frustration Is Growing
Filed: Mar 18, 2026 at 2:04 AM ET
Summary: Friedrich Merz expresses frustration over US criticism of EU ally Spain during a meeting with Donald Trump.
WHO: Germany
WHAT: Frustration over EU relations
WHEN: Mar 18, 2026 at 1:30 AM ET
WHERE: Washington, D.C.
WHY: US President Trump criticized Spain's support in the US-Israeli conflict.
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