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Germany's Merz backs partial arms embargo for Israel as party divided
Germany's partial embargo on arms exports to Israel could have limited practical implications, as Berlin has already restricted sales of weapons and equipment used by the Israeli military in Gaza, an internal document revealed on Monday.
Germany Says It Will Suspend Military Exports to Israel for Use in Gaza
The move followed weeks of debate over reports of hunger in Gaza, but it was precipitated by Israel’s decision to expand military operations there.
Germany halts military exports to Israel for use in Gaza amid outcry over Netanyahu plan
BERLIN (AP) — Germany won’t authorize any exports of military equipment to Israel that could be used in Gaza “until further notice,” Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Friday, in a strikingly quick response by one of Israel’s strongest international backers to a decision by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Cabinet to take over Gaza City.
Germany insists support for Israel unchanged despite arms export halt
The head of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's office has rejected accusations that Berlin is making a risky change in its policy toward Israel by halting certain arms exports. "There should be no doubt whatsoever that the basic principles of Germany's Israel policy remain unchanged,
Germany Suspends Arms Exports to Israel Over Gaza Plan
Germany halts arms exports to Israel for use in Gaza, citing concerns over Israel's military plans to take control of the area.
Germany is one of Israel's strongest allies - so stopping export of arms that could be used in Gaza is huge shift
Due to its Nazi past and historic responsibility for the Holocaust, Germany has long had a "special relationship" with Israel and has been one of its staunchest supporters.
Germany to Halt Military Supplies to Israel for Gaza Attacks
Germany will halt deliveries to Israel of military equipment that could be used in operations in the Gaza Strip, taking the step over concern for humanitary suffering in the territory.
Germany's Halt to Arms Exports to Israel Is Response to Gaza Expansion Plans, Chancellor Says
Germany's decision to curb arms exports to Israel comes in response to Israel's plan to expand its operations in the Gaza Strip, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sunday in an interview with public broadcaster ARD.
Germany's Merz defends stopping weapons deliveries to Israel
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday defended halting some weapons deliveries to Israel amid mounting criticism of the move from some within his own ranks.
Germany's Merz defends partial weapons halt to Israel
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that despite the decision, Berlin's approach toward Israel has not changed. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes Merz will reconsider.
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Israel Faces Global Fury as China Leads UN Showdown Over Gaza | Australia, Germany Join Pushback
In a fiery emergency UN Security Council meeting, China condemned Israel's plan to seize Gaza City, calling it an illegal ...
Analysis-As Gaza Faces Starvation, Reluctant Germany Starts to Curb Support for Israel
In two major editorials published in late July, Der Spiegel magazine accused Israel of violating international humanitarian ...
German soccer club defends pulling out of Israeli player signing over Gaza posts
Fans had opposed the planned signing of the 29-year-old Weissman because of his social media posts expressing support for ...
German actors, musicians demand Chancellor Merz take action to prevent Israeli atrocities in Gaza
The appeal and open letter reflect the shock and horror of millions in Germany, but such appeals to the government are ...