German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with former President Donald Trump, urging the US to use its strong position to end the war in Ukraine. Trump, however, suggested 'letting them fight for a little while' using an analogy of children fighting, a stance he reportedly shared with Vladimir Putin. Merz, a strong Ukraine supporter, subtly disagreed, emphasizing the need for joint European and American pressure on Russia to stop the war.
Merz says US in 'strong position' to stop Putin, Trump says 'let them fight for a little while'
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with former President Donald Trump, urging the US to use its strong position to end the war in Ukraine. Trump, however, suggested 'letting them fight for a little while' using an analogy of children fighting, a stance he reportedly shared with Vladimir Putin. Merz, a strong Ukraine supporter, subtly disagreed, emphasizing the need for joint European and American pressure on Russia to stop the war.
Trending- 1 Wednesday: Trump's call with Putin.
- 2 On the eve of D-Day anniversary: Merz met Trump.
- Highlights a potential divergence in approach to the Ukraine war between European allies and a possible future US administration.
What: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and former US President Donald Trump discussed the war in Ukraine, revealing differing approaches to its resolution.
When: On the eve of the D-Day anniversary (implied June 5th or 6th); Wednesday (Trump's call with Putin).
Where: United States (implied meeting location for Trump and Merz).
Why: Merz believes the US is in a strong position to end the war and advocates for joint pressure on Russia. Trump suggests letting the conflict continue for a period before intervention.
How: Merz advocated for US pressure on Russia in coordination with European allies. Trump used an analogy and suggested letting the conflict continue.