U.S. Cuts German Troops, Cancels Missile Plan
German Chancellor Merz criticized U.S. war planning in the Middle East.
Merz called U.S. 'embarrassed' in Iran talks, leading Trump to label him 'ineffectual.'. Merz denied his criticism caused the drawdown, claiming U.S. lacked missiles.
Merz accepts Trump's views to work with NATO but remains a key partner.
Trump has sought reduced U.S. presence in Germany since his first term, pushing Europe to take more security responsibility.
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