Trump takes swipe at Germany and makes chilling 'world held hostage' nuclear weapon claim
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Daily Star
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In brief
President Trump has strongly rebuked German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over disagreements regarding nuclear diplomacy with Iran. Trump's response includes assertions about global nuclear security threats, escalating tensions between Washington and Berlin on foreign policy matters. The exchange highlights deepening divisions between the US administration and European allies on how to address Iran's nuclear program and broader geopolitical stability concerns.
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Trump takes swipe at Germany and makes chilling 'world held hostage' nuclear weapon claim
US President Donald Trump has hit back at German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, saying he doesn't know what he is "talking about" after Merz criticised US Iran nuclear talks
