Chancellor Friedrich Merz was a drag on his party in its disastrous loss in a state election. He has vowed better communication, but no policy changes.

Numerous other European countries immediately pledged support for the effort, which prompted Israel to close Britain’s consulate in Jerusalem.

Follow the latest news on President Donald Trump and his administration | Sept. 8, 2026

The Trump administration recently slapped tariffs on Canadian wine, furniture, ​dairy products, cement, clothing, fishing rods and hockey equipment.