President Donald Trump sharply criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) in the context of the dispute surrounding the conflict between the USA and Israel and Iran. On his personal platform on Tuesday, Trump asserted that Merz suggested it was acceptable for Iran to possess nuclear weapons. Trump challenged this perception, stating that Merz was unaware of the potential global implications. He cautioned that if Iran were to acquire a nuclear arsenal, the entire world would fall under its control. He added that he was currently taking action regarding Iran that other nations or presidents should have done long ago. Furthermore, Trump wrote that it was “no wonder Germany is doing so poorly, both economically and in other aspects”. This critique followed Merz voicing concerns about the US war and negotiation strategies the previous day.