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Germany Supports U.S. Peace Plan; Urges Palestinian Reforms

12/8/2025

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Merz Supports Peace

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas that Germany backs the United States peace plan and reforms are urged.
During his inaugural visit to Israel and Jordan, Merz met Israeli leaders and civil society.
He discussed stabilizing the Gaza ceasefire and possible aid to the Palestinian Authority.
The German government remains cautious about resuming aid to the Palestinian Authority until reforms address controversial payments.

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Merz Resumes Arms

Germany has resumed arms exports to Israel after a three-month suspension.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Israel to discuss bilateral relations and the Gaza ceasefire.
Germany is Israel's second-largest arms supplier, providing 30% of its military equipment.
Protests in Germany show significant support for Palestine, with 670 demonstrations since October 2023.
Germany's historical context shapes cautious support for Israel, with abstentions on UN votes about Gaza while backing a two-state solution.

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Merz Supports Peace

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas that Germany backs the United States peace plan and reforms are urged.
During his inaugural visit to Israel and Jordan, Merz met Israeli leaders and civil society.
He discussed stabilizing the Gaza ceasefire and possible aid to the Palestinian Authority.
The German government remains cautious about resuming aid to the Palestinian Authority until reforms address controversial payments.

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