German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirms the U.S. as Germany’s most important NATO partner, even as Washington proceeds with plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from the country.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reaffirmed the United States as Germany's most important NATO partner, despite Washington's ongoing plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from the country.
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