German Chancellor Affirms Unwavering Support for Israel
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz affirmed Germany's steadfast support for Israel on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks, pledging to ensure Israel's security and combat rising antisemitism. He stressed that protecting Israel's right to exist is a core tenet of German identity, derived from Holocaust lessons. Merz also voiced support for a two-state solution and vowed to counter antisemitism within Germany, ensuring the Jewish community's safety.
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- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed Germany's strong support for Israel on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks.
- Merz pledged to combat antisemitism and ensure the safety of the Jewish community in Germany.
- He stated that protecting Israel's security and its right to exist is a key part of German identity.
- The Chancellor expressed support for a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians.
- Merz vowed to prevent future atrocities against Israel.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz issued a late-night statement on the third anniversary of the October 7th tragedy, reaffirming Germany's commitment to Israel's security and vowing to combat antisemitism. The statement, reported by Evangelisch.de, conveyed that German authorities and citizens stand with the victims, their families, survivors, and former hostages.
Merz emphasized the importance of remembering the deceased and expressed hope for overcoming the events' consequences. He declared Germany's firm support for Israel and its intention to do everything necessary to prevent future atrocities. The Chancellor described protecting Israel's security and its right to exist as a crucial part of German identity and the primary lesson learned from the Holocaust.
Addressing regional conflict resolution, Merz highlighted the need to create conditions for Israelis, Palestinians, and other regional inhabitants to live in peace and security. He reiterated support for a two-state solution, with a Palestinian state existing alongside Israel.
Furthermore, Merz focused on the internal situation in Germany, acknowledging the rise of antisemitism and promising decisive action from the federal government against all forms of hatred towards Jews. He stated that the Jewish community must feel safe nationwide and that any challenges to Israel's right to exist will be met with a firm state response.
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