German Chancellor: "We will stand up to those who challenge Israel's right to exist"

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany will stand up to those who challenge Israel's right to exist, on the occasion of the October 7 memorial day. Merz condemned the terrorist attacks of Hamas, expressed support for Israel, and emphasized Germany's commitment to fighting antisemitism and supporting the establishment of a Palestinian state alongside Israel.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the October 7 memorial day overnight (between Tuesday and Wednesday), declaring that Germany "will always stand up to those who challenge Israel's right to exist." Merz condemned "the horrific terrorist attacks of Hamas" on October 7, 2023, and expressed solidarity with the victims, their families, the survivors, and former hostages. He called for focusing on laying the foundations for a new order in which Israelis, Palestinians, and their neighbors can live in peace and security, emphasizing that the federal government is committed to establishing a Palestinian state alongside Israel. Merz also addressed the rise in antisemitism in Germany, vowing to fight it resolutely in all its forms. The statement was made as part of the chancellor's official remarks and does not include independent analysis or criticism by the reporter.