【German Chancellor: Criticizing the Israeli Government's Policies Should Not Be an Excuse for Anti-Semitism】
On December 7, 2025, in Tel Aviv time, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during a joint press conference following talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
Criticizing the Israeli government is possible, and sometimes even necessary. This is how it is in free societies and open democracies. The relationship between Germany and Israel can withstand these effects. However, criticizing the policies of the Israeli government should not be an excuse for anti-Semitism, especially in Germany. This is one of our historical responsibilities.
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