After the French president’s warm visit, the frosty atmosphere was clear as the US and German leaders discussed Nato and IranTrump and Merkel tried – and failed – to hide their differences in WashingtonDonald Trump and Angela Merkel worked hard to present a united front on Friday but could not mask deep differences in substance and style. The decision lies with the president.”Trump said: “We need a reciprocal relationship, which we don’t have. Trump praised Jackson and said: “I explained Washington can be a very mean place; you don’t know about that, chancellor. When Merkel last visited, Trump was criticised for not shaking her hand in the Oval Office. This time, he greeted Merkel outside the West Wing with a handshake and a kiss on each cheek.

Source: The Guardian April 27, 2018 21:00 UTC