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Merz cancels planned call with Trump amid dispute over AfD

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz cancelled a planned call with Donald Trump scheduled for September 11, after Trump posted messages celebrating the far right’s victory in regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt.

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What is happening

The two leaders were expected to speak on the anniversary of September 11. According to la Repubblica, the call was abruptly cancelled following Trump’s posts about the election result.

Why is it on the Radar?

The reports describe the cancellation as a sign of tension between Merz and Trump over the AfD and the far right’s electoral gains in Saxony-Anhalt.

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