Friedrich Merz, the likely future chancellor of Germany, criticized the idea that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could not visit Germany due to an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court. Merz pledged to ensure that Netanyahu could come to Germany without fear of arrest during a recent phone conversation. This statement came after Merz's party, the Christian Democratic Union, won national elections. The ICC issued warrants against Netanyahu for alleged war crimes linked to the Gaza conflict, which has drawn international scrutiny and condemnation from various human rights organizations.
Friedrich Merz asserted that an Israeli prime minister should not face arrest during a visit to Germany, labeling the notion as absurd. He pledged support for Netanyahu's official visit despite ICC warrants.
Merz emphasized that he promised Netanyahu during a phone call to ensure that his visit to Germany would proceed without the threat of arrest, highlighting the importance of diplomatic relations.
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