Friedrich Merz has reaffirmed that the United States remains Germany’s top ally and stressed that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.
According to recent statements, Merz said the United States “is and will remain Germany’s most important partner” within the NATO alliance. He also emphasized a shared objective between both countries: preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over strategy in the Iran conflict, but signal that core transatlantic ties remain intact despite policy disagreements.
Merz’s comments align with long-standing positions held by Western allies that Iran should not develop nuclear weapons, a stance repeatedly emphasized in international diplomacy and security discussions.