VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-20
“mixed pictures and messages”
Friedrich Merz · said 2026-10-19 · reported 2026-10-20
Merz spoke of mixed pictures and messages on the war amid European concern about US statements towards Russia.
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