Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:12pm on 05 Jun 2025,Thursday International
In a controversial statement during his first in-person meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, U.S. President Donald Trump said it might be better to let Ukraine and Russia "fight for a while" before seeking peace. Trump likened the war to a fight between two angry children, suggesting restraint in intervention. Merz, while thanking Trump for ceasefire efforts, reaffirmed Germany's support for Ukraine. The leaders discussed NATO spending, sanctions, and economic ties. Trump's comments, made after a call with Putin, sparked concern amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic pressure for a resolution. Merz urged unity among Western allies and rejected "dictated peace." (PC: NDTV)
