Merz underlines Germany's support for Israel, calls for Gaza ceasefire
Briefly

In a comprehensive statement, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz underscored Germany's commitment to defending Israel and condemned the violent operations in Gaza and Ukraine. Merz articulated that Israel has the right to protect its citizens and emphasized the urgency of addressing the threat posed by Iran's nuclear capabilities. He urged for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip while simultaneously asserting that peace requires cooperation from all parties involved. Additionally, he denounced Russia's assaults on Ukraine, stating that their actions were contrary to peace aspirations, hinting at diplomatic initiatives Germany intends to pursue.
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the country's 'reason of state' is to defend Israel's existence and condemned the ongoing violence, advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Merz emphasized the EU and world are 'threatened' by Iran's nuclear program and called for diplomatic efforts to resolve the Israel conflict while maintaining support for Israel in its right to defend itself.
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