Germany Defends Arms Sales to Israel, Citing Self-Defense Rights
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German Deputy Defense Minister Nils Schmid stated that Germany's arms sales to Israel do not fuel the conflict. He affirmed Germany's support for Israel's right to self-defense against all threats. Schmid's comments came in response to a question about Germany's role in the ongoing conflict.
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- Germany's Deputy Defense Minister Nils Schmid denies arms sales fuel conflict.
- Germany supports Israel's right to self-defense against all threats.
- Schmid cited Iran and terrorist groups as threats to Israel.
- The comments addressed concerns about Germany's military support for Israel.
German Deputy Defense Minister Nils Schmid stated that Germany's provision of arms to Israel does not fuel the conflict. He asserted that Germany supports Israel's right to defend itself against attacks from both state actors like Iran and non-state entities such as terrorist organizations.
Schmid's remarks were a direct response to a question about whether Germany's military support for Israel exacerbates the ongoing conflict. He unequivocally denied this, emphasizing Germany's commitment to Israel's security.
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