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Chancellor Merz: US, Israel Actions Threaten Europe's Stability

3/14/2026

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned in Berlin that the United States and Israel's actions against Iran lack a clear strategy.
He warned the conflict could escalate and threaten Europe’s energy security.
Merz criticized the United States for temporarily lifting sanctions on Russian oil, saying it undermines Ukraine support.
He cautioned against Israel’s annexation of parts of the West Bank as a big mistake.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned in Berlin that the United States and Israel's actions against Iran lack a clear strategy.
He warned the conflict could escalate and threaten Europe’s energy security.
Merz criticized the United States for temporarily lifting sanctions on Russian oil, saying it undermines Ukraine support.
He cautioned against Israel’s annexation of parts of the West Bank as a big mistake.