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German Scholars Demand Condemnation of U.S. Military Actions

3/28/2026

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Dozens of legal scholars in Germany urge the government to condemn United States (U.S.) military actions in Iran and Venezuela for violations of international law.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced criticism for ambiguity, with critics saying this undermines Germany's position.
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier called the Iran conflict a politically disastrous mistake and urged identifying breaches of international law.
The ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict raises concerns that great powers erode international legal norms.

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Dozens of legal scholars in Germany urge the government to condemn United States (U.S.) military actions in Iran and Venezuela for violations of international law.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced criticism for ambiguity, with critics saying this undermines Germany's position.
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier called the Iran conflict a politically disastrous mistake and urged identifying breaches of international law.
The ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict raises concerns that great powers erode international legal norms.