News for Israel-Germany Germany denies reports it will abandon IsraelGerman 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 BerlinSenior official says German coalition party members saying Netanyahu is 'exploiting our friendship' is really an internal attack on Merkel.Merkel: Now isn't the time for two statesA Western shift in approach? German Chancellor admits now is not the time to move forward with "two-state solution". Israel, Germany marks 50 years of relationsRivlin reflects on progress between Jerusalem and Berlin in special visit with German President Joachim Gauck. '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, 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 WeekGerman Chancellor to host Israeli Prime Minister as part of a regular annual meeting of the two countries' cabinets. Israel-Germany: No Boycott - In Any DirectionIsrael and Germany hold joint Innovation Day to honor 50 years of diplomacy and promote new bilateral trade relations. Rivlin Tours Shipyard, Israel-Bound SubmarineRivlin thanks submarine-building crew during state visit to Germany. Defense Ministry Purchases German Patrol ShipsShips 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. Berlin Voices Support for Peace Talks, Two StatesGerman Chancellor Angela Merkel advocates two-state solution ahead of visit, claims she will speak to Netanyahu over the talks' progress. Germany to Help Israelis Where There's No EmbassyGermany to offer Israeli citizens consular assistance in states where Israel has no official diplomatic representation. Presidential Medal to Angela MerkelPeres to award Chancellor Merkel for ‘unwavering commitment to Israel’s security.’ Israel Pledges 24 Million Shekel in Aid to AfricaMarking 50 years of diplomatic relations, Israel and Germany launch joint effort to combat poverty in Africa. Israel May Purchase German Ships for Gas FieldsDefense 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 IsraelGerman Chancellor Angela Merkel and a number of ministers will visit Israel on February 24 and 25. Merkel to Visit Israel at Netanyahu's InvitationPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu phones German Chancellor, invites her to Israel for annual talks between the two governments. Peres to EU: Put the Boycott on HoldPresident Peres urges EU to freeze its boycott during talks, says EU support will help bring peace. Netanyahu: I'll Do Anything to Keep Israel SafePM Netanyahu meets visiting German Foreign Minister, promises to do whatever is needed to keep Israel safe. Germany Blocking Israel from 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: Merkel is a True Friend of IsraelPrime 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'Germany to supply Egypt with two submarines, Israel-German relations are in crisis, say reports. Peres: Brit is Central to JudaismPresident tells German counterpart he believes Berlin will defend Jews' right to their tradition. Lieberman Heads to BerlinForeign Minister Avigdor Lieberman leaves for Berlin, where he will meet senior officials and the head of the Jewish community.Israel Buys Sixth German SubmarineDolphin submarine is armed with torpedo tubes, is reputed to be able to carry nuclear-tipped Popeye missiles. |
