Israeli plan to extend control in Gaza provokes German concern
Summary
Germany has expressed concern about Israel’s plan to extend military control over Gaza beyond the current ceasefire agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered the military to increase control to 70 percent of Gaza, raising fears of permanent occupation and worsening conditions for Gaza’s 2.3 million residents.Key Facts
- Germany opposes any permanent division or annexation of Gaza.
- Israel currently controls about 53 percent of Gaza under a ceasefire agreement made in October.
- Netanyahu ordered the military to expand control to 70 percent of Gaza and suggested even more control could be taken.
- The ceasefire was intended to reduce Israeli control, but Israel has steadily increased its presence.
- Gaza’s population of 2.3 million already faces severe hardships due to destruction and blockades.
- Germany is a close ally and a major weapons supplier to Israel but has recently criticized some Israeli actions.
- UN and EU reports describe significant damage to Gaza’s infrastructure, with over half the hospitals not working and most schools damaged.
- Israel killed a senior Hamas commander recently; Hamas has not responded.
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