Chancellor Merz expresses deep mistrust of U.S. government in leaked call

Germany"s Chancellor Merz, representing the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has expressed significant mistrust of the U.S. government, stating, "They are playing games with us." This remark was made during a leaked call, in which Merz discussed the situation involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Merz warned of "a great danger" for Zelensky and advised that he must be "extremely careful in the coming days." He further indicated that the U.S. is engaging in manipulative tactics, saying, "They are playing games, both with you and with us," likely referring to individuals associated with the U.S. government, including Witkoff and Kushner.

This revelation comes amid ongoing tensions in international relations, particularly concerning Ukraine. The implications of Merz"s comments highlight the complexities of diplomatic interactions between Germany and the United States.

For further context on political dynamics, see our previous reports regarding the CDU"s standing in German polls.