German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has reportedly delivered unusually sharp criticism of the United States and Israel for their military actions in Iran, according to a report from Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet. The former foreign minister, speaking in a Tuesday address at the German Foreign Ministry, stated that "a deep crack" has emerged between Germany and the United States. " The criticism was directed at the United States, personally at President Donald Trump, and at Israel.
According to the report, Steinmeier said there is "no possibility of returning to the time before January 20, 2025," referencing the day Trump was sworn in as president.
a deep crack has emerged between Germany and the United States
trust in American power politics has been lost - not only in Europe but throughout the world
no possibility of returning to the time before January 20, 2025
the war by Israel and the United States against Iran violates international law