Tag: Friedrich Merz
Germany’s Merz slips behind far right in poll after angering friends and foes
By Thomas EscrittBERLIN (Reuters) -Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservatives slipped into second place behind Germany's far right in a…
Germany’s halt to arms exports to Israel is response to Gaza expansion plans, chancellor says
BERLIN (Reuters) -Germany's decision to curb arms exports to Israel comes in response to Israel's plan to expand…
After busy first 100 days, Germany’s Merz faces discord at home
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has driven sweeping changes in security, economic and migration policy during his first 100…
Putin’s Ukraine land pitch sparks firm European response ahead of Trump summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s reported proposal for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which would require Kyiv to cede regions…
Analysis-As Gaza faces starvation, reluctant Germany starts to curb support for Israel
By Riham Alkousaa and Matthias WilliamsBERLIN (Reuters) -The worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel's plans to expand…
Weapon Sales to Israel Halted After Gaza War Plan Approved
Palestinians walking amongst ruins in Gaza City ahead of Israel's approval of a new war strategy that will…
Israel’s plan to take over Gaza “must be immediately halted,” U.N. says
The United Nations human rights chief is among several global leaders condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan…
Germany suspends arms exports to Israel for use in Gaza
Germany will halt the export of military equipment to Israel which could be used in the Gaza Strip,…
Germany stops military exports that could be used in Gaza
BERLIN (AP) — Germany will not authorize any exports of military equipment that could be used in Gaza…
Germany should consider Israel sanctions, senior lawmaker says after trip
By Markus WacketBERLIN (Reuters) -A senior lawmaker in German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition on Monday said Berlin should…
Netanyahu asks Red Cross to help hostages in Gaza, as families warn against an ‘expanding war’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Hamas of not wanting a ceasefire deal and requested that the…