Germany's Chancellor Merz on Iran War
Berlin, GermanyOn 30 October 2026, German Chancellor Merz addressed the economic repercussions of the ongoing Iran War during a statement in Berlin. He highlighted that Europe has incurred costs exceeding €100 billion over the past eight months, attributing this financial burden to the rise in energy prices linked to the conflict. Merz emphasized that both businesses and consumers in Europe have faced increased expenses due to these energy price hikes.
Chancellor Merz stated, "We have an economic interest in bringing this conflict to an end as quickly as possible," underscoring the urgency for resolution. The report reflects the significant economic strain the war has placed on European nations, although specific details on the sources of these costs were not provided.
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