US EditionGermany, Israel mark 60 years of diplomatic relations as Gaza war complicates ties
- Germany and Israel marked 60 years of diplomatic relations on May 12, 2025, amid ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
- The recent Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and Israel's resulting war in Gaza have complicated ties between the two countries.
- New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has affirmed Israel's right to self-defense while acknowledging the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and preparing diplomatic visits to Israel.
- The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants in 2024 against Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, heightening tensions in German-Israeli relations.
- Despite strains and rising antisemitism in Germany, leaders from both nations continue to emphasize historic responsibility and maintain close, albeit complex, political and cultural ties.
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Columbus Jewish NewsNetanyahu meets German FM as Herzog departs for Berlin
The Israeli prime minister welcomed Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Jerusalem, while the president headed to the German capital for a state visit marking 60 years of diplomatic ties.The post Netanyahu meets German FM as Herzog departs for Berlin appeared…
Germany and Israel mark 60 years of ties as Gaza war casts shadow
Israeli President Issac Herzog will visit Germany on Monday to mark 60 years of relations with the country that perpetrated the Holocaust, at a time when ties are complicated by Israel's alleged war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Germany, Israel mark 60 years of diplomatic relations as Gaza war complicates ties
Israeli President Issac Herzog visits Germany on Monday to mark 60 years of relations with the country that perpetrated the Holocaust. Herzog's visit comes amid growing support for the far right in Germany…
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