Germany's Merz speaks with Trump after Iran ceasefire, sources says
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reacts ahead of a cabinet meeting at the Chancellery in Berlin, Germany April 1, 2026. REUTERS/Lisi Niesner
BERLIN, April 8 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump by telephone on Wednesday afternoon after the latter's ceasefire with Iran, two German government source told Reuters.
According to Germany's Bild newspaper, which first reported the call, the conversation was brief and friendly, with Merz looking to get an overview on the current state of diplomatic affairs.
The two leaders did not address Germany's possible involvement in securing the Strait of Hormuz, reported Bild.
(Reporting by Andreas Rinke, Writing by Miranda MurrayEditing by Ludwig Burger)
Serious News for Serious Traders! Try StreetInsider.com Premium Free!
You May Also Be Interested In
- Trump disputes his own Justice Department's findings on Reflecting Pool
- India's Modi says punishing student protesters will not resolve situation
- Thousands in Amsterdam for boisterous WorldPride in shadow of Berlin attack
Create E-mail Alert Related Categories
ReutersSign up for StreetInsider Free!
Receive full access to all new and archived articles, unlimited portfolio tracking, e-mail alerts, custom newswires and RSS feeds - and more!



Tweet
Share