Germany & Scott Bessent
40 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
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International
Germany: Germany committed to reaching 3.5% GDP defense spending by 2029 and doubled its defense budget. Chancellor Merz emphasized European Union — European responsibility for defense.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was mentioned as working on sanctions relief for Turkey.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
Germany: Germany cooperated on hypersonic missile development but was criticized by Trump for lack of Iran support.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was ordered by Trump to halt trade with Spain and tasked with preparing an embargo.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
Germany: Germany has reported that some of its nationals were injured and that some accusations of mistreatment are 'serious,' expecting a full explanation from Israel.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, referred to the flotilla activists as 'pro-terror' when announcing sanctions.
May 11, 2026 · 183 articles
International
Germany: Germany>>> was among the countries that responded furiously to the footage, indicating broad international disapproval.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, publicly called the sanctioned activists 'pro-terror', reinforcing the US government's position regarding the flotilla.
May 18, 2026 · 347 articles
International
Germany: Germany's manufacturing sector has stalled due to the economic shock from the Iran war, contributing to broader European economic challenges.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, reassured about the temporary nature of the sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Tech
Germany: Germany>>> is among the countries whose organizations have been granted access to Anthropic>>>'s Mythos AI model as part of Project Glasswing.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, then-US Treasury Secretary, convened an urgent meeting with bank CEOs to warn of the risks associated with AI's ability to find software vulnerabilities.
May 19, 2026 · 83 articles
Business
Germany: European markets rose on earnings and hopes for U.S.-Iran deal.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary, hinted at a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
Germany: Germany's Chancellor expressed frustration over the prolonged conflict between the United States and Iran.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent has reiterated Trump's 'red lines' for a deal and has threatened to 'aggressively target' Oman if it facilitates tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, indicating the US stance on sanctions and maritime freedom.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
Germany: Donald Trump had previously warned Germany about withdrawing US troops for not supporting US-Israeli operations against Iran.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, United States>>> Treasury Secretary, has vowed to use Iranian funds to pay for damage caused to Gulf allies and to offset tolls paid to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Germany: Donald Trump had previously warned Germany about withdrawing US troops for not supporting US-Israeli operations against Iran.
Scott Bessent: As US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent>>> believes elevated yields and inflation are transient and will subside when the conflict ends and the Strait of Hormuz>>> reopens.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Germany: Germany's Chancellor expressed frustration over the prolonged conflict between the United States and Iran.
Scott Bessent: As U.S. Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent commented on the slow removal of the U.S. blockade, providing insight into potential economic aspects of a deal.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
International
Germany: The United States plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's negotiation stance with Iran.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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