Merz & Trump Discuss Iran Fallout, Tariffs

0:00It's March 3rd. Here's what's happening around the world. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday to discuss major issues like recent United, states and Israeli strikes on Iran, new terror threats, and Merz's trip to China. Earlier this week, Germany and France announced plans to boost their nuclear deterrence cooperation, responding to Russian threats and tensions from, the Iran conflict that's straining trans-Atlantic ties. Strikes-killed Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and others, blocking a key oil-shipping lane and disrupting global air travel, while Europe's worried about their legality under international law, and Trump's terror plans ruled illegal by the Supreme Court on February 20th. Merz has avoided criticizing the attacks, but hasn't fully backed them, stressing past failures to curb Iran's nuclear push or human rights abuses, and he's built a solid rapport with Trump through Germany's higher defense spending.

1:01Experts say the talks will center on the Iran fallout, with Merz possibly seeking details on next steps, or facing questions about German support. Though no big deals are expected, thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage. Some people meditate, I just lay down and press play, S-O-L-I-S-L-E-P-Lo.com.