German Chancellor Pledges Support for Israel, Condemns Antisemitism
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed his country's commitment to Israel's security and right to exist, while also condemning antisemitism. Speaking three years after the October 7th attacks, Merz pledged to fight those who question Israel's existence and vowed to combat rising antisemitism in Germany. He also expressed support for a Palestinian state alongside Israel, emphasizing the need for peace and security for both peoples.
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- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged unwavering support for Israel's security and right to exist.
- Merz committed to combating antisemitism and those who question Israel's right to exist.
- The German government supports the establishment of a Palestinian state alongside Israel.
- Merz vowed to fight antisemitism in Germany, ensuring Jews can live without fear.
- The statement marked three years since the October 7th Hamas attacks.
- Merz linked Germany's support for Israel to lessons learned from the Holocaust.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz issued a statement marking three years since the October 7th attacks, reaffirming Germany's unwavering support for Israel's security and right to exist. Merz pledged to combat antisemitism and those who question Israel's right to exist, stating that Germany stands firmly with Israel and its citizens can rely on this commitment. He linked Germany's stance to lessons learned from the Holocaust, emphasizing that ensuring such a crime never happens again is a fundamental part of German identity.
Merz also addressed the rise of antisemitism within Germany, calling it a phenomenon that often goes unanswered. He vowed that the federal government would actively fight antisemitism in all its forms, both new and old, ensuring that Jews can live without fear and that Jewish life can continue to thrive. "Jews must be able to live without fear everywhere in Germany," he stated.
Alongside his strong support for Israel, Merz called for laying the groundwork for a future where Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace and security. He clarified that the German government supports the establishment of a Palestinian state alongside Israel. Merz concluded by reiterating Germany's opposition to anyone who diminishes or questions Israel's right to exist, not just on October 7th, but every day.
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