mo4ch:>US envoy fumes at Germany’s reluctance to take part in Hormuz naval mission | Mo4ch News

The US envoy to Germany has accused Berlin of skirting its responsibilities and duties as a long-time ally by not joining the US-led maritime mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Berlin says it wants to avoid escalation with Iran.Ambassador Richard Grenell aired his frustration after German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas ruled out German participation in the initiative, which purportedly aims to combat “Iranian aggression” in the vital waterway.“Germany is the biggest economic power in Europe. This success brings global responsibilities,” Grenell told the Augsburger Allgemeine newspaper. He hinted that Berlin is indebted to Washington, stating that “America has sacrificed a lot to help Germany remain part of the West.” He cited the high cost of stationing 34,000 US troops in the country as an example of Washington’s altruism.Also on rt.comGermany won’t take part in US Strait of Hormuz initiative – FMMaas expressed concerns that the joint US, British, and French operation would be counterprod…