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Trump threatens to reduce troop numbers in Germany amid growing row with Nato allies

Merz reiterated his criticisms on Wednesday, saying [Europe](https://www.theguardian.com/world/europe-news) was “suffering” from the consequences of the closure of the Hormuz strait. Trump cancelled a second trip by US negotiators to Islamabad last week

Trump scolds Germany’s Merz for criticism of Iran war

negotiating tactics as Iran refuses to send delegates to meet US officials before the blockade on its ports is lifted. Merz’s criticism

The U.S. blockade continues despite Iran's announcement the Strait of Hormuz is open

negotiations with Israel. Hezbollah opposes the talks. Israel had agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon in 2024, but U.N. peacekeepers recorded more than 10,000 violations of that agreement, mostly by Israeli forces. --- ## **Thousands

Leaders urge for restraint as 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect

negotiations with Israel. Hezbollah opposes the talks. Israel had agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon in 2024, but U.N. peacekeepers recorded more than 10,000 violations of that agreement, mostly by Israeli forces. --- ## **Thousands

Uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz remains, as ceasefire nears its end

negotiations with Israel. Hezbollah opposes the talks. Israel had agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon in 2024, but U.N. peacekeepers recorded more than 10,000 violations of that agreement, mostly by Israeli forces. --- ## Thousands