Awkward Moment As Donald Trump 'Ignores' Angela Merkel's Offer Of A Handshake In White House
Despite photographers calling for the pair to shake hands, President Trump appeared to ignore the requests
Donald Trump and Angela Merkel were involved in a hugely awkward exchange as the pair met at the White House.
At a photo call with the two world leaders, photographers asked the pair to shake hands.
But it appeared Mr Trump either did not hear the request or chose to ignore it - despite Ms Merkel asking him if he would like to.
In video footage of the exchange, she can be seen pulling a face, clearly assuming she has been ignored.
Trump has been highly critical of Germany's position within the EU and Merkel's immigration policies as well as criticising NATO.
Merkel, meanwhile, has slammed Mr Trump's travel ban .
He did shake the German Chancellor's hand as she arrived at the White House earlier in the day.
The pair are due to hold a joint press conference this afternoon.
Merkel had been due to meet Trump for more than two hours on Tuesday, however the trip was cancelled as America prepared to be hit by a huge winter storm.
The pair are expected to discuss trade issues, Russia, NATO and the Middle East.
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