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- On April 9, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will reengage with Iran to help end the Middle East war.
- The Federal Government is resuming talks with Tehran after a period of silence due to serious reasons.
- Merz had communicated with relevant parties, including U.S. President Donald Trump, over the Easter weekend.
- He welcomed the ceasefire and said escalation risks had been averted for now.
