Trump and Merz discuss Ukraine, Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea

The German chancellor and U.S. president reportedly agreed that the two waterways should be reopened quickly.

Published: Sep 18, 2026, 11:10 PM
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Trump and Merz discuss Ukraine, Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea
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Merz and Trump discussed Ukraine and the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea, according to the German government.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed next steps to end the war in Ukraine, as well as developments in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, according to a statement by a German government spokesperson. The two leaders agreed that both waterways should be reopened quickly.