Politics · 13 February 2026

German Chancellor Merz says US cannot act alone

Friedrich Merz used his opening address at the Munich Security Conference to warn that America's ability to lead unilaterally has ended. The German Chancellor stated that the previous global order is gone and even the United States now lacks the strength to operate without support. Merz also confirmed he has started talks with French President Emmanuel Macron regarding the possibility of sharing France's nuclear defence capabilities.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 February 2026 at 19:08

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