Germany will not recognize Palestinian state in near future

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Germany will not recognize an independent Palestinian state “in the foreseeable future,” despite increasing calls for a policy shift amid Israel’s actions in Gaza. He emphasized that recognition should come only after peace negotiations, asserting that a two-state solution can be achieved through dialogue. Merz’s comments followed mounting public criticism of Germany’s unwavering support for Israel, with nearly 200 intellectuals urging a reevaluation of this stance.

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