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Merz deputy says Germany needs no tips from Trump
Filed: May 01, 2026 at 12:04 PM ET
Summary: Germany’s vice chancellor said Donald Trump made a mess of the Iran war and should focus on ending it as fuel prices soar.
WHO: Lars Klingbeil
WHAT: Statement blaming Trump for fallout from the Iran war and urging focus on ending it
WHEN: May 01, 2026 at 11:11 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Trump’s actions during the Iran war caused fallout, and fuel prices are rising.
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