Trump and Scholz aim for peace in Europe in first call since election

US President-elect Donald Trump and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have agreed to collaborate for "a return to peace in Europe" during their first call since the election. This marks a shift from Scholz's previous support for Joe Biden. The discussion included the German-American relationship and current geopolitical challenges. Scholz emphasized the importance of continuing successful cooperation between the two nations. Trump's recent communications with European leaders, including a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, indicate a focus on the Ukraine conflict. This contrasts with Scholz's earlier criticism of Trump during the election campaign.