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Posted inWorld Germany’s Friedrich Merz signals seismic shift in Europe-US relations Posted by Timeblitzed February 24, 2025 Getty ImagesFriedrich Merz says he is eager to re-engage with international partnersGermany's chancellor-in-waiting, didn't wait…
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