Friedrich Merz & Mark Carney

Friedrich Merz: Friedrich Merz, German Chancellor, criticized Washington's handling of the Iran conflict, leading to a spat with Donald Trump and the subsequent withdrawal of US troops from Germany.

Mark Carney: Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, has emerged as a figurehead for countries opposing Donald Trump's policies and has urged middle powers to unite against a fading rules-based order.

Friedrich Merz: Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, criticized the United States' strategy in the Iran war, which led to Donald Trump's decision to withdraw troops from Germany. His remarks also drew criticism from Donald Trump regarding Germany's domestic issues.

Mark Carney: Mark Carney, the Canadian Prime Minister, attended the European Political Community summit where the troop withdrawal was discussed.

Friedrich Merz: Friedrich Merz, German Chancellor, called on the US and Iran to resume talks and favored a negotiated settlement, condemning Iranian attacks on Arab neighbors.

Mark Carney: Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, supported the United States' actions against Iran, stating Canada's position that Iran is a source of instability and terror in the Middle East.