Emphasizing the “historical friendship” between its people and Americans, Germany said on Feb. 1 it was still opening up channels of communication with aides to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has launched withering attacks on Berlin’s policies.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel was the go-to European ally for former U.S. president Barack Obama, who praised her as “an outstanding partner” on a farewell visit to Berlin in November. Under Trump, the relationship has deteriorated rapidly.
