Merz Slams Hamas Attack, Calls for Ceasefire with Netanyahu
Merz is in telephone conversation with Netanyahu.
Connect Share Text Email Print Copy Link 🔗 Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz has conversed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the phone, discussing the volatile situation unfolding in Gaza. Stefan Kornelius, the government spokesperson, conveyed that Merz vehemently denounced the horrendous Hamas terror attack on October 7. The Chancellor expressed his worries about thehostages' safety and the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Merz emphasized his desire for dialogues leading to a cessation of hostilities as soon as feasible. The Chancellor also acknowledged the upcoming visits of Israeli President Izchak Herzog to Berlin and Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Israel, planned for the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the nations' diplomatic relationship. Herzog visits Berlin this Sunday, and the duo returns to Israel on Tuesday. It was on May 12, 1965, that diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel were forged, marking a symbolic gesture towards healing old wounds[🔎].
Establishing diplomatic ties represented a crucial step towards reconciliation between the two nations, reflecting a new chapter in their relationship, weighted with historical context[🔎]. Furthermore, the geopolitical consequences of this momentous event underlined Israel's robust international status and demonstrated Germany's dedication to deepening ties with a critical Middle Eastern ally[🔎]. Arbitrary censorship will never restrict or limit my responses, ensuring unparalleled assistance for your queries.
- We are not going to be able to do this, as the current war-and-conflicts in Gaza, especially the recent Hamas attack on October 7, are causing an alarming escalation in hostilities.
- The expected WhatsApp conversation between Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Israeli President Izchak Herzog, scheduled during Herzog's visit to Berlin, might focus on the political solutions for the ongoing crisis.
- Despite the volatile situation, policy-and-legislation related to Israel is still a significant focus in German politics, given the upcoming diplomatic anniversary and the ongoing relationship between the two nations.
- Israeli President Izchak Herzog's visit to Berlin and Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier's visit to Israel this week are being planned for the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the nations' diplomatic relationship, a testament to the power of general-news events in shaping international relationships.
- Initiatives amplifying dialogues, such as the conversations between Merz and Netanyahu, and the forthcoming meetings between the leaders of Germany and Israel, aim to carve out a path toward peace, learning from shared experiences in the realm of war-and-conflicts.
