Germany news: Merz to call Trump amid Hormuz standoff

· DW

The US president has ramped up pressure on European NATO partners to help patrol the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, more than 500 far-right extremists have yet to be arrested. DW has the latest.

  • Merz-Trump phone call expected over the weekend to discuss Hormuz patrols
  • Police say 500 people wanted for links to right-wing extremism have not been detained
  • German government to investigate rising food prices due to Iran war
  • Berlin stages 'Nureyev' ballet banned by Russia
  • Final preparations for Sunday's state election in Rhineland-Palatinate

Keep checking back for the latest updates from across Germany on Saturday, March 21.