Merz Calls Trump-Zelenskyy White House Meeting Deliberate US Escalation
Following a heated exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, German conservative leader Friedrich Merz alleges the altercation was a premeditated American provocation, citing its consistency with recent events like U.S. calls for Europe to increase its own defense capabilities. Merz expressed surprise at the “unhelpful” tone, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining American involvement in Europe. Despite the quarrel, Merz reaffirmed Germany’s support for Ukraine, underscoring the need to differentiate between aggressor and victim. His statement highlights concerns about a potential U.S. withdrawal from European security commitments.
John Q. Hosedrinker