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Merz defends partial arms embargo on Israel

Nicole Frölich | Giulia Saudelli
August 11, 2025

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended his decision to ban weapons exports to Israel that could be used in the war in Gaza. Merz is facing political resistance from within his conservative alliance but says he will not change his mind. DW's political correspondent analyzes the situation.

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