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Germany's Merz rejects Trump's naval request, calls for swift political end to Iran war

Germany's Merz rejects Trump's naval request, calls for swift political end to Iran war

Chancellor says US and Israel did not consult allies before starting war, stresses that NATO exists for defense, not intervention

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UN rapporteur says strikes on Iran 'unlawful,' warns of worsening human cost
16.03.2026

UN rapporteur says strikes on Iran 'unlawful,' warns of worsening human cost

'Human cost of current strikes is already severe. Over 1,000 civilians have reportedly been killed,' says rapporteur

Spain urges UN to ensure protection of peacekeepers in Lebanon
16.03.2026

Spain urges UN to ensure protection of peacekeepers in Lebanon

Defense minister says Israel must respect safety of UNIFIL troops as conflict raises concerns for Spanish contingent

5 EU leaders urge bloc to stay committed to climate goals
16.03.2026

5 EU leaders urge bloc to stay committed to climate goals

Leaders from Denmark, Finland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden say decarbonization is key to growth, competitiveness, energy security

NATO says allies stepped up Mediterranean security amid Trump's warning
16.03.2026

NATO says allies stepped up Mediterranean security amid Trump's warning

Allies discussing security of Strait of Hormuz with US and others, NATO official tells Anadolu

Belgian premier threatens to resign if coalition becomes ‘incapable of making decisions’
16.03.2026

Belgian premier threatens to resign if coalition becomes ‘incapable of making decisions’

Bart De Wever also calls for negotiations with Russia to end Ukraine war and restore cheaper energy supplies