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Germany’s Merz loses favor with Trump
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 7:04 PM ET
Summary: The article says U.S. President Trump is seething over criticism about Iran and threatens to pull forces from Germany, hurting Merz’s standing.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump’s criticism and threat to pull U.S. forces from Germany affecting Merz’s favor
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 2:24 PM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Trump is reacting to criticism that the U.S. was "humiliated" in Iran.
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