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Chancellor Merz Warns U.S.-Israel Actions Could Escalate Iran Conflict

3/11/2026

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Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, warned on March 10, 2026 that U.S. and Israeli actions in Iran risk escalation, heightening European concerns.
He criticized the lack of a unified strategy to end this conflict.
Merz said a stable Iran is essential for peace and warned warfare could jeopardize security, energy supplies, and migration.
He cautioned against scenarios like Libya and Iraq and urged Iran's territorial integrity and economic viability.

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Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, warned on March 10, 2026 that U.S. and Israeli actions in Iran risk escalation, heightening European concerns.
He criticized the lack of a unified strategy to end this conflict.
Merz said a stable Iran is essential for peace and warned warfare could jeopardize security, energy supplies, and migration.
He cautioned against scenarios like Libya and Iraq and urged Iran's territorial integrity and economic viability.