Merz and Trump unite to end the Ukraine war and trade woes
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and U.S. President Donald Trump have decided to collaborate to end the war in Ukraine and address ongoing trade disputes.
What do you need to know?
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation in which they agreed to cooperate to end the war in Ukraine.
- Trump supported efforts by Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Poland, and other European partners to achieve lasting peace.
- The two leaders agreed to resolve trade disputes between their countries quickly.
What are Merz and Trump's plans for cooperation?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and U.S. President Donald Trump have decided to work closely to end the conflict in Ukraine. According to Stefan Kornelius, spokesperson for the federal government, the two leaders spoke on the phone on Thursday evening, Eastern Time.
Trump strongly supported Germany and its European partners, including France, the United Kingdom, and Poland, in their efforts to achieve lasting peace.
What else did the leaders agree on?
During their phone conversation, Merz and Trump also agreed that trade disputes that could affect relations between their countries must be resolved urgently.
The American president congratulated Merz on assuming the chancellor's office, emphasizing the importance of cooperation between the U.S. and Germany. A spokesperson for the German government highlighted that Merz assured Trump of the irreplaceable role of the United States as a friend and partner to Germany, 80 years after the end of World War II.
