German Chancellor Friedrich Merz issued a stark warning about increasing violence in the Middle East, specifically pointing to Iran's ongoing 'indiscriminate' attacks on regional countries. He stressed the danger of prolonged conflict and called for a comprehensive plan to end the war with Iran to prevent uncontrollable consequences both in the Middle East and beyond, including Europe's security. Merz's remarks come amid heightened global tensions as the United States has temporarily allowed certain countries a 30-day waiver to purchase sanctioned Russian oil stuck at sea. The German leader criticized any softening of sanctions on Russia, reinforcing the importance of maintaining... [Continue Reading]