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** title:** Germans support Israel's action against Iran's belligerent regime: A critical view of Europe's power in Mideast conflicts
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Chancellor's Chief of Staff Thorsten Frei has supported Chancellor Friedrich Merz's stance on Israel's strikes against Iran, stating, "It's in our best interest that a regime like Iran's Mullah regime doesn't possess nuclear weapons." His comments came amidst controversy over Merz's choice of words during Israel's attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities and leadership.
Iran's rocket technology poses a direct threat to European targets, Frei warned. He believes it's unwise to remain indifferent to this issue, stating, "We can't afford to pretend these events don't concern us."
During the G7 summit in Canada, Merz called Israel's military actions "the dirty work" we all benefit from, a phrase initially used by the reporter in her question. Following criticism for his choice of words and support of the attacks, Merz later expressed "greatest respect" for Israel's courage to carry out the strikes.
Frei remained unclear on the legality of Israel's actions, claiming, "We're yet to have enough information to make a definitive legal assessment." He highlighted Israel's vulnerability as a heavily-threatened nation, being Iran's target for destruction. "That's the factual basis upon which everything should be judged," Frei added.
As Germany remains committed to Israel's ability to defend itself, the federal government has approved weapons and military equipment deliveries to Israel for several decades, despite the region's instability. Recently, the new federal government allowed military exports worth approximately four million euros to Israel in its initial five weeks, which is significantly lower compared to the first quarter of 2025.
However, Frei argued that comparisons between the two time periods are invalid, as recognizing a strategy behind the figures would require a longer comparison. He asserted, "Our stance towards Israel has not changed under the new government."
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Thorsten Frei, Merz's Chief of Staff, echoed the German government's realistic approach to the demands of strategic defense and diplomacy, even as controversy swirls over Iran's nuclear ambitions and Europe's potential role in resolving the conflict.
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Contextual Fact: Germany's stance on Iran's nuclear program and the potential threat it poses to Europe, as expressed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his Chief of Staff Thorsten Frei, demonstrates a critical view of Europe's ability to influence the outcome of Mideast conflicts. Merz's open acknowledgment of Israel's role in weakening Iran's ballistic missile and drone production capabilities, while controversial, reveals a tacit acceptance or even quiet approval of Israel’s military actions against Iran by Germany's leadership[1][2][3].
- Thorsten Frei, in his stance, has aligned with Chancellor Friedrich Merz in supporting Israel's actions against Iran, suggesting a policy shift in Germany's approach towards the Middle East conflicts, particularly those related to war-and-conflicts and politics.
- The ongoing escalation in Mideast conflicts, such as Iran's nuclear ambitions, could influence future employment policies within the federal government, as key figures like Frei and Merz emphasize the importance of strategic defense and diplomacy in general-news reports.
