After Trump’s 50-day threat to Russia, Germany has stunned the U.S. with a sharp warning. Chancellor Friedrich Merz called Trump’s planned 30% tariffs “a threat to Germany’s core economy.” In a bold message from Zugspitze, Merz warned, “Don’t underestimate EU’s response.” Germany, now considered Russia’s top enemy, has held off retaliation till August 1—but is fully prepared. With tensions peaking across Europe, the White House may now face a dual showdown—Putin and Merz.