United States — Democratic Party (United States) & Friedrich Merz

United States — Democratic Party (United States): Democrats in the United States Congress have pushed back against the troop withdrawal, arguing it benefits Russia and weakens United States security interests.

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.

United States — Democratic Party (United States): The United States — Democratic Party (United States) sees a political opportunity due to the United States — Republican Party (United States)'s struggles with high gas prices and the Iran war, leading in generic ballot polls.

Friedrich Merz: Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, has become a target of Donald Trump's anger for refusing to back the war in Iran or contribute to a peacekeeping force in the Strait of Hormuz.

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.