Israel-Germany

German Chancellor Scholz:

'We can't stand by as Palestinians starve'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on Israel to work to increase humanitarian aid and to work to reach a ceasefire agreement.

Israeli and German Presidents meet in Berlin

President Isaac Herzog met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Berlin as part of his state visit.

Standing by Israel:

Germany to intervene on Israel's behalf at ICJ

Germany announces says there is “no basis whatsoever” to accuse Israel of genocide. Netanyahu thanks Chancellor Scholz.

US and Germany finalize sale of Arrow 3 missile defense system

Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir signed the agreement for Germany's acquisition valued at approximately $3.6 billion.

The AfD surge in Germany is good for Jews and Israel

The German right-wing party AfD won an absolute majority in local elections and the gov't-funded German Jewish Council was appalled. Op-ed.:

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Israeli tanks sold to Germany to be transferred to Ukraine

According to the report, there are a lot of indications that the tanks are meant for Ukraine.

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Prominent German figures congratulate Israel

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier: We are full of admiration as we look to Israel.

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PM Netanyahu and Chancellor Scholz deliver press conference

Statements by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz following their meeting in Berlin.

Israel and Germany agree:

Increased support for Holocaust survivors who require nursing

Approximately 14,000 additional Holocaust survivors who require nursing care will receive an additional 1,200 shekels per month.

Germany 'concerned' over Israel's blacklist of PFLP affiliates

Germany calls on Israel to provide more information regarding the basis for the designation of six groups affiliated with PFLP.

Merkel to visit Israel before leaving office

German Chancellor will head to Israel next week, meet Prime Minister Bennett and President Herzog.

Germany apologizes for wiping Israel off the map

Head of Germany’s military counterintelligence agency apologizes for publishing report with a map that failed to show the state of Israel.

Report: Germany approves controversial submarine deal

Germany’s national security council reportedly approves deal to sell three further nuclear-capable submarines to Israel.

Germany denies reports it will abandon Israel

German official clarifies 'Middle East policy hasn't changed,' after Der Spiegel reports Merkel will end support over frustration with Bibi.

Israel denies diplomatic tensions with Berlin

Senior official says German coalition party members saying Netanyahu is 'exploiting our friendship' is really an internal attack on Merkel.

Merkel admits: Now isn't the time for 'two-state solution'

A Western shift in approach? German Chancellor admits now is not the time to move forward with "two-state solution".

Israeli, German Presidents mark 50 years of relations

Rivlin reflects on progress between Jerusalem and Berlin in special visit with German President Joachim Gauck.

Knesset Speaker: No magic solution to stabbing terror

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein discusses current wave of Arab terror with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

'Where goods are labeled, I fear people will be labeled'

Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein gives historic speech in Bundestag to mark 50 years of diplomatic ties between Israel and Germany.

Merkel to Host Netanyahu for Talks Next Week

German Chancellor to host Israeli Prime Minister as part of a regular annual meeting of the two countries' cabinets.

Israel-Germany: No Boycott - In Any Direction

Israel and Germany hold joint Innovation Day to honor 50 years of diplomacy and promote new bilateral trade relations.

Rivlin Visits German Shipyard, Tours Israel-Bound Submarine

Rivlin thanks submarine-building crew during state visit to Germany.

Defense Ministry Purchases Four Patrol Ships from Germany

Ships to patrol waters near Israel's gas fields; Germany partially funds deal, agrees to reciprocal deal to the tune of 700 million shekel.

Merkel Repeats Call for 'Two-State Solution'

"Part and parcel of the secure future for the State of Israel is the two-state solution," says German Chancellor upon arriving in Israel.

Ahead of Upcoming Visit, Merkel Voices Support for Peace Talks

German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocates two-state solution ahead of visit, claims she will speak to Netanyahu over the talks' progress.

Germany to Help Israelis in Countries Where There's No Embassy

Germany to offer Israeli citizens consular assistance in states where Israel has no official diplomatic representation.

Presidential Medal to Angela Merkel

Peres to award Chancellor Merkel for ‘unwavering commitment to Israel’s security.’

Israel Pledges 24 Million Shekel in Aid to Africa

Marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, Israel and Germany launch joint effort to combat poverty in Africa.

Israel May Purchase German Ships to Protect Natural Gas Fields

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon and German counterpart discussed possible purchase of surface ships to defend natural gas fields.

Germany Announces Date of Merkel's Visit to Israel

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and a number of ministers will visit Israel on February 24 and 25.

Merkel to Visit Israel at Netanyahu's Invitation

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu phones German Chancellor, invites her to Israel for annual talks between the two governments.

Peres to EU: Put the Boycott on Hold

President Peres urges EU to freeze its boycott during talks, says EU support will help bring peace.

Netanyahu: I'll Do Anything to Keep Israel Safe

PM Netanyahu meets visiting German Foreign Minister, promises to do whatever is needed to keep Israel safe.

Germany Blocking Israel from Serving on Security Council?

Israel has issued a formal complaint against Germany for blocking it from serving on the UN Security Council in 2018, reports Israel Hayom.

Netanyahu in Germany: Merkel is a True Friend of Israel

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and German Chancellor Angela Merkel meet in Berlin. PM's entourage says meeting was very good.

Crisis with Germany over Sub Deal with Egypt – Report

Germany to supply Egypt with two submarines, Israel-German relations are in crisis, say reports.

Peres: Brit is Central to Judaism

President tells German counterpart he believes Berlin will defend Jews' right to their tradition.

Lieberman Heads to Berlin to Meet Local Officials

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman leaves for Berlin, where he will meet senior officials and the head of the Jewish community.

Israel Buys Sixth German Submarine

Dolphin submarine is armed with torpedo tubes, is reputed to be able to carry nuclear-tipped Popeye missiles.