Merz stands unapologetic about his "grubby tasks" remark
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CDU leader Friedrich Merz faces backlash for his assertion that Israel is effectively doing the heavy lifting in the globe's eyeball-to-eyeball standoff with Iran. But don't expect him to flinch. When asked if he regretted his choice of words, the Chancellor shoots straight, saying, "Hell no." He's mighty clear: "If we can't call a spade a spade, the cat's out of the bag."
Expressing admiration for US President Trump, Merz confirms his ardent support for Israel and the States' aggressive stance against Iran's nuclear program. Merz asserts that it'd be folly to label these actions as violations of international law. But raises the question, "Can you honestly claim Israel has launched a preemptive attack on Iran? Or has Israel been under siege by Iranian-backed forces since October 7, 2023?"
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Merz champions Israel's self-defense against its adversaries and the Iranian nuclear threat, opining that such conflict isn't simply a bilateral matter. He discloses a solid connection with Trump, praising their rapport. "After our first meeting, he texted me, 'It's on, my man.' Yeah, you could say old Donald felt the vibe was right," Merz shares.
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"I Don't Buy into Germans' War Fear"
Merz raises skepticism regarding the likelihood of a phone chat with Putin, recalling the babies injured following his predecessor's call. "If chit-chat's all that's on the menu, I prefer crafting policy myself." He states that Trump is growing increasingly wary of Putin, further adding that Europe's united vision on Russia's war on Ukraine aligns with Trump's growing perspective.
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Merz acknowledges a section of Germany grappling with war anxiety. But he doesn't relate, stating, "I get why they're scared, but we've got to keep a clear head about Russia's intentions." He evokes the appeasement policy's disastrous consequences as a reminder of the grave risks in swinging to acquiescence.
Merz identifies maintaining a stable majority of 50% as the coalition's interim goal for this term. He takes a dig at the SPD, holding its party conference on Friday, saying, "I don't wish them failure any more than I wish it on us. If the SPD surpasses 20% and we climb above 30%, I'm just as happy as a clam."
- The Commission, under Merz's leadership, has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation in the context of business, politics, and general news.
- In finance, Merz's firm has been supportive of Israel, aligning with the aggressive stance of the United States against Iran's nuclear program, a position that has drawn criticism from some.
- Amidst war-and-conflicts between Israel and Iran, Merz's firm has stood firm, advocating for Israel's right to self-defense and questioning the labeling of such actions as violations of international law.
