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Friedrich Merz

U.S. and Ukraine Unveil Refined Peace Framework After Geneva Talks

European allies have lodged revisions ahead of Trump’s response deadline.

Merz Prepares for Long War in Ukraine, Rules Out Talk of Western Ground Troops

Russian Barrage Kills 23 in Kyiv, Damages EU and British Buildings as Europe Protests

Trump Moves to Arrange Putin–Zelenskyy Meeting as Europe Presses Ceasefire-First Plan

Political Attacks on IDF Chief Escalate as Commuters Face Rail Service Halts

Russian Forces Deepen Donetsk Penetrations Ahead of Trump–Putin Alaska Summit

Merz Faces Coalition Rift as Far Right AfD Tops National Poll

Europe Demands Ukraine’s Inclusion at Trump-Putin Alaska Summit

Europe, Ukraine Insist on Kyiv’s Role and Ceasefire Ahead of Trump-Putin Summit

Trump Issues 50-Day Ultimatum to Russia, Threatening 100% Secondary Tariffs

Merz Leaves White House With US Pledge on NATO

Merz and Trump Begin Cordial Oval Office Talks on Ukraine, Trade and Defense

Merz to Meet Trump at White House June 5 for Talks on Ukraine and Trade