German Chancellor Merz Criticizes US Iran Policy as 'Humiliating'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the US approach to Iran, stating that Iranian leaders are 'skillfully humiliating' the Americans amid ongoing negotiations.

Mon Apr 27 2026

Critique of US Strategy in Iran

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that he cannot discern what strategic exit the Americans are currently pursuing. He specifically noted that Iranians are either negotiating very skillfully or very skillfully refusing to negotiate. In this context, he observed that the Americans are being sent to Islamabad only to return empty-handed.

Humiliation of a Nation by Iranian Leadership

Merz strongly criticized that an entire nation is being humiliated by the Iranian leadership, especially by the so-called Revolutionary Guards. This remark suggests that Iran is employing shrewd tactics in its negotiations with the United States, leaving the latter in a state of helplessness.

*Source: YouTube: Bloomberg (2026-04-27)*

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