German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, calling it “good news for the people of the Middle East.” Merz thanked US President Donald Trump for his peace initiative and praised Qatar, Egypt, and Türkiye for their mediation efforts. He emphasized the importance of swiftly implementing the agreement and reuniting hostages with their families.
Merz announced that Germany will co-host a Gaza reconstruction conference with Egypt and provide €29 million in additional humanitarian aid. While supporting the peace process, he said Germany will not join the Gaza Task Force, noting that military participation is “out of the question.” Merz reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to Israel’s security and the two-state solution as the path to lasting peace.