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Germany's Merz Speaks with Trump After Iran Ceasefire, Sources Says

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BERLIN, April 8 (Reuters) – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke with U.S. ‌President Donald Trump by telephone on Wednesday afternoon after ‌the latter’s ⁠ceasefire with Iran, ⁠two German government source told Reuters. According to Germany’s Bild newspaper, which first reported ⁠the ⁠call, the conversation was brief and friendly, with Merz looking ‌to get an overview on the current ⁠state of diplomatic affairs. The two leaders did ⁠not …

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