Event Brief
Merz shrugs off Trump clash over troops, trade
Filed: May 03, 2026 at 8:03 PM ET
Summary: Friedrich Merz said he could have handled a clash with Donald Trump better but will not change his style.
WHO: Friedrich Merz
WHAT: Merz commented on a clash with Donald Trump over troops and trade.
WHEN: May 03, 2026 at 5:49 PM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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