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Germany Suspends Arms Exports to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict

9/26/2025

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Germany has halted new arms export licenses to Israel since August 8, 2025, after Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced partial restrictions.
The Economy Ministry confirmed no licenses were granted between August 8 and September 12, 2025.
Merz's policy aims to block weapons usable in the Gaza conflict, while the Left Party advocates a complete export ban.

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Germany has halted new arms export licenses to Israel since August 8, 2025, after Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced partial restrictions.
The Economy Ministry confirmed no licenses were granted between August 8 and September 12, 2025.
Merz's policy aims to block weapons usable in the Gaza conflict, while the Left Party advocates a complete export ban.