Chancellor Friedrich Merz's meeting with President Trump was anticipated, yet only half of survey respondents believe he possesses the diplomatic skills necessary for his role. A Deutschlandtrend survey indicated diminished trust in traditional allies like Israel and the US, with respondents favoring closer ties to France and Ukraine. A notable 63% criticized Israel’s military actions in Gaza post-Hamas attack, reflecting significant public support for Merz's critical stance on Israel's approach, while opinions on Germany’s responsibility to protect Israel remain divided.
The impact of Israel's military reaction to the attack by Hamas has led 63% of respondents to believe it has gone too far, as compared to 18% who found it appropriate.
Significant criticism surfaced regarding Chancellor Friedrich Merz's handling of international relations, with only 44% believing he possesses enough diplomatic skills for foreign policy challenges.
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