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How Germany Misjudged Trump’s Anger on Iran

NY Times · May 2, 2026, 7:12 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

After Chancellor Friedrich Merz upset President Trump with criticism of the war, he offered no public sign he believed Mr. Trump’s threats to pull troops were serious.

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How Germany Misjudged Trump’s Anger on Iran

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