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US President Trump has intensified his criticism of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urging him to focus on the Russia-Ukraine conflict rather than the Iran war. Trump’s remarks follow Merz’s assertion that the US is being “humiliated” by Iran, and highlight ongoing tensions over NATO troop presence in Europe.
The European Commission is shifting towards a firmer stance on China, spurred by China’s threat of retaliation against the EU’s Made in Europe legislation. On 29 May, EU Commissioners will debate a new strategy amid rising pressures from industry and economic threats perceived from Beijing, signalling potential changes in trade policy.
The alleged perpetrator, whose identity remains confidential under German privacy laws, has been detained by police following a reported incident. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the case and further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.
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The fall of Bashar al-Assad, who ruled Syria for more than 20 years and waged a bloody war against his own people, is rightly a cause for celebration. Also because he is a defeat for the “Axis of Evil”. But the risk of Syria plunging into chaos is great.
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