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TRUMP–MERZ CLASH: A BREAKDOWN IN U.S.–GERMAN RELATIONS?
Tensions are rising between Washington and Berlin, following comments made by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz which may impact the allocation of American troops in Europe. President Trump announced via Truth Social that the U.S. is now “reviewing” a potential reduction of American troops in Germany.
TRUMP SIGNALS IRAN ESCALATION AS PRICES SET TO JUMP 25%
The price of oil crossed 125 dollars per barrel on Thursday morning on the back of Donald Trump’s announcement that he’s looking into further military options to push Iran towards a peace deal. The spike in crude comes as the World Bank estimates the Middle East conflict will push up energy prices around the globe by a quarter in 2026.
TRUMP SPEAKS WITH PUTIN, UKRAINE SEEKS CLARIFICATION
Following a conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, the American president suggested that positive developments could be on the horizon regarding the Middle East conflict and the Russian invasion in Ukraine.
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00:00 Trump–Merz tensions and U.S. troop review in Germany
03:18 Oil prices jump above $125 amid Trump’s Iran stance
05:04 Trump–Putin call
08:36 Moscow scales back Victory Day military parade
10:22 Poland reacts to Israel’s interception of Gaza flotilla
11:39 Polish FM in Algeria on energy, trade and geopolitics
13:46 Meta loses landmark court case in Warsaw
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