Germany news: Merz says Trump's Russia diesel deal 'out of question' for Europe
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia would be "out of the question" for Germany and the EU.
DW reports: Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia would be "out of the question" for Germany and the EU.
Meanwhile, the ruling coalition has been rocked by a major resignation.
This world story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Trump's Russia, Europe and Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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- Trump's Russia, Europe, Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Donald Trump
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