Europe Grows Wary as Merz Blasts U.S.-Iran Standoff

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz accuses the U.S. of being humiliated by Iran, signaling growing European frustration with the protracted Middle East conflict and its economic and energy-security consequences, as other European leaders warn against escalation. The dialogue shifts to Pakistan with talks reportedly ongoing, while Iran proposes reopening the Strait of Hormuz if sanctions ease, highlighting concerns about a broader war and its impact on Europe’s energy supply and stability.