German Chancellor Merz condemns Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir's remarks on killing Palestinians

Published Aug 20, 05:17 AM UTC

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has joined international criticism of controversial remarks made by far-right Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Through a spokesperson, Merz announced that he firmly rejects the targeted killing of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions in the region and marks a clear position from the German government against the minister's comments. The article, published by Die Welt on August 20, 2026, highlights Merz's condemnation as part of broader political reactions to Ben-Gvir's statements, which have been widely seen as inflammatory and supportive of violence against Palestinians.

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Original headline: Bundeskanzler Merz verurteilt Äußerung des rechtsextremen israelischen Ministers Ben-Gvir

Original language: DE

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Friedrich Merz Itamar Ben-Gvir Israel