US EditionGermany halts arms exports that Israel can use in Gaza
- On August 8, 2025, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced Germany will halt military exports to Israel for use in Gaza until further notice.
- This decision follows the Israeli Cabinet's recent approval of harsher military action and plans to take over Gaza City to defeat Hamas and free hostages.
- Germany, traditionally a strong Israel ally, expressed deep concern about civilian suffering and urged Israel to allow comprehensive aid access and not annex the West Bank.
- Merz affirmed Israel’s right to protect itself from Hamas attacks, while underscoring that securing the hostages' freedom and engaging in committed talks to achieve a ceasefire remain the highest priorities.
- The export suspension signals a major policy shift for Germany and underscores increased international pressure amid a 22-month conflict with growing humanitarian risks in Gaza.
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Germany suspends military exports to Israel for use in Gaza
Last year, Germany was the second-largest supplier of arms to Israel, following the United States, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. By Grace Gilson, JTA Germany is halting all military exports to Israel that could be used in Gaza, a quick response to Israel’s decision early Friday morning to expand its offensive in the enclave and an escalation in tensions between the two longtime allies. “The even harsher milit…
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Chancellor Merz's decision to restrict arms exports to Israel is controversially discussed in the coalition.
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