German opposition leader criticizes US and Israel over Iran conflict

Chancellor Friedrich Merz, publicly criticized the United States and Israel for starting a war with Iran. He stated that Germany would have advised against the military action.

Merz said the conflict has put Germany in a difficult position, as it supports its allies' strikes but is also seeking a plan for what happens after the fighting. He made these comments in the German parliament and also met with President Donald Trump around the same time.