Merz says Israel ‘wouldn’t exist’ without German aid – Dr. Maya Sion-Tzidkiyahu, JNS, September 2026
The assertion by the chancellor, a supporter of the Jewish State, contrasts with Jerusalem’s rejection of such narratives.
The assertion by the chancellor, a supporter of the Jewish State, contrasts with Jerusalem’s rejection of such narratives.
Over the past eight decades, relations between Israel and Germany have undergone a profound transformation - evolving from post-war estrangement into a deeply rooted strategic partnership. This
Sion-Tzidkiyahu warned that the combination of political identity, polarization, and the aftermath of October 7th has transformed the way Israelis interpret European reactions: “New thresholds
Germany’s reserve towards Netanyahu not only jeopardises the two-state solution, but also Israel’s democratic future.

