In Euro Crisis, Obama Tries to Build on a Rapport With Merkel

WASHINGTON — At the end of a summit meeting at Camp David last month, as the other world leaders were heading for their helicopters, President Obama did what has become a habit during his years in the White House: he made time for an informal but deadly serious talk with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany.

U.S. Steps Up Pressure on Europe to Resolve Euro Crisis

PARIS — President Barack Obama is putting increasing pressure on European officials to resolve the euro crisis, talking with the leaders of Germany, France and Italy to help lay the groundwork for action before a Group of 20 summit meeting to be held in June in Mexico.