‘Reckless’: Rights group decries Germany lifting arms embargo on Israel
Summary
Germany has decided to lift its partial ban on selling arms to Israel, a move criticized by Amnesty International. The decision comes after a ceasefire in Gaza was declared, which Germany deemed as a stabilization. Amnesty International believes this decision is "reckless" and sends a wrong message about Israel's actions in the region.Key Facts
- Germany lifted a partial arms embargo on Israel.
- Amnesty International criticized this decision as "reckless" and "unlawful."
- Germany initially stopped most arms sales to Israel due to its military actions in Gaza.
- A ceasefire in Gaza on October 10 led Germany to decide the area had stabilized.
- Germany is the second largest supplier of weapons to Israel after the U.S.
- Germany has approved arms exports worth over 485 million euros ($559 million).
- The exports included antitank weapons and parts for Merkava tanks.
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