Germany's Merz in Israel: Solidarity Amid Gaza Criticism

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During his first trip to Israel as Chancellor, Friedrich Merz is facing a delicate balancing act: while Netanyahu expects solidarity, some members of his own coalition are pushing a critical distance from the controversial head of government.

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During his inaugural visit to Jerusalem, Chancellor Merz struggles for the right tone. His signal: standing up for Israel — but also admonishing words. The meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu runs differently than some observers previously feared.

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On his visit to Israel, Merz reaffirms the close partnership and hopes for concrete progress on Trump's Gaza plan. He also addresses difficulties with regard to Israel's action in the war.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is making an official visit to Israel. He stressed friendly relations with Israel and said he looks forward to the next phase of the Gaza plan.