Chancellor Merz is set to embark on his first official visit to Washington, D.C., where he will engage in meetings with President Trump. This visit is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing key international issues, including trade and security. Meanwhile, in the city of Cologne, authorities have launched a massive evacuation effort as three unexploded WWII-era bombs are being safely defused by specialized teams. The situation has prompted local residents to be relocated to safer areas, with emergency services coordinating the operation to ensure public safety.