Middle East War Live: Trump says US may cut troops in Germany as Iran row rages
Summary
President Donald Trump said the United States is considering reducing the number of American troops in Germany amid a disagreement with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the ongoing war involving Iran. Trump is also reviewing new military options in Iran and warned that a U.S. naval blockade of Iran could last for months, causing oil prices to rise.Key Facts
- President Trump is thinking about cutting U.S. troop numbers in Germany due to tensions with Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
- The disagreement is related to the U.S. and Israeli conflict with Iran.
- Trump will receive a briefing on new possible military actions against Iran from the U.S. Central Command leader.
- Oil prices have risen sharply because of concerns that the war with Iran is blocking oil supplies from the Middle East.
- Trump says the U.S. naval blockade on Iran is very effective and could continue for months.
- Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who warned of serious consequences if the war with Iran continues.
- The U.S. war in Iran has already cost $25 billion, according to a Pentagon official.
- Israeli military leaders have vowed to target Hezbollah forces in southern Lebanon amid the regional conflict.
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