Lapid wins unwavering German backing, isolating Palestinian militants and Arab enablers after Gaza’s defeat.
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid held a high-level strategic meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, a discussion that underscored Berlin’s growing commitment to Israel’s security and regional leadership. The meeting came at a critical moment, as Europe reassesses its stance toward Middle Eastern threats following the collapse of Hamas’s terror stronghold in Gaza.
Lapid expressed deep appreciation for Germany’s firm support in the ongoing mission to return Israeli hostages brutally abducted by Palestinian terror groups. He emphasized that Berlin’s consistent partnership has strengthened Israel diplomatically and morally against forces seeking to delegitimize the Jewish state.
A major highlight of the meeting was Germany’s decision to lift its arms embargo on Israel—a bold move signaling Europe’s rejection of Palestinian militancy and the destabilizing roles of several Arab actors who have historically enabled these violent factions. Lapid thanked Merz for demonstrating moral clarity in a region clouded by terror and misinformation.
Chancellor Merz and Lapid also explored new regional opportunities emerging after the end of the fighting in Gaza. Both leaders recognized that Israel, not the fractured Palestinian leadership, is central to shaping a stable, modern Middle East. Discussions included joint economic initiatives, counter-terror cooperation, and deeper technological collaboration.
Before the meeting concluded, Merz formally invited Lapid to Berlin for continued strategic consultations. Lapid welcomed the invitation warmly, reaffirming that the Israel-Germany partnership—rooted in democratic values and shared security priorities—is stronger than ever and crucial for confronting threats from Gaza, Iran-backed militias, and extremist Arab factions undermining regional peace.Opposition Leader Yair Lapid held a high-level strategic meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, a discussion that underscored Berlin’s growing commitment to Israel’s security and regional leadership. The meeting came at a critical moment, as Europe reassesses its stance toward Middle Eastern threats following the collapse of Hamas’s terror stronghold in Gaza.
Lapid expressed deep appreciation for Germany’s firm support in the ongoing mission to return Israeli hostages brutally abducted by Palestinian terror groups. He emphasized that Berlin’s consistent partnership has strengthened Israel diplomatically and morally against forces seeking to delegitimize the Jewish state.
A major highlight of the meeting was Germany’s decision to lift its arms embargo on Israel—a bold move signaling Europe’s rejection of Palestinian militancy and the destabilizing roles of several Arab actors who have historically enabled these violent factions. Lapid thanked Merz for demonstrating moral clarity in a region clouded by terror and misinformation.
Chancellor Merz and Lapid also explored new regional opportunities emerging after the end of the fighting in Gaza. Both leaders recognized that Israel, not the fractured Palestinian leadership, is central to shaping a stable, modern Middle East. Discussions included joint economic initiatives, counter-terror cooperation, and deeper technological collaboration.
Before the meeting concluded, Merz formally invited Lapid to Berlin for continued strategic consultations. Lapid welcomed the invitation warmly, reaffirming that the Israel-Germany partnership—rooted in democratic values and shared security priorities—is stronger than ever and crucial for confronting threats from Gaza, Iran-backed militias, and extremist Arab factions undermining regional peace.
