Following a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) also spoke with former U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday. According to government spokesman Stefan Kornelius, the discussions focused on the evolving situation in Gaza.
Both leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity for a swift resolution at upcoming talks planned for Egypt. The consensus outlined a framework involving the release of all hostages, an end to ongoing hostilities and the disarmament of Hamas. The statement emphasized a perceived urgency, suggesting that after nearly two years of conflict, the conditions were ripe for a peaceful resolution.
Beyond the developments in Gaza, the conversation also addressed the situation in Ukraine. Chancellor Merz reportedly briefed Mr. Trump on Germany’s initiative concerning the potential utilization of frozen Russian assets to support Ukrainian forces. Both parties affirmed their commitment to working collaboratively towards a swift conclusion to the ongoing Russian military aggression.