Scholz Urges Renewed Commitment to Middle East Peace Process

On the anniversary of the Hamas attack, the German Chancellor calls for a ceasefire and stresses the importance of a two-state solution.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz commemorated the victims of the Hamas attack on Israel, emphasizing solidarity with Israelis and the urgent need for a ceasefire.
Scholz highlighted the ongoing suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians, calling for the release of hostages and a political resolution to the conflict.
The Chancellor warned against abandoning the two-state solution, advocating for a political process that allows peaceful coexistence.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier echoed the call for peace, acknowledging the immense human toll of the conflict and the rise of antisemitism.
Both leaders stressed Germany's responsibility to support Israel and combat antisemitism, ensuring the safety of Jewish communities in Germany.