Berlin shifts course as Germany resumes arms exports to Israel
- November 17, 2025
Germany will restart arms exports to Israel on 24 November, after the government of Merz concluded that the Gaza ceasefire remains stable and verifiable.
Germany will restart arms exports to Israel on 24 November, after the government of Merz concluded that the Gaza ceasefire remains stable and verifiable.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Syrians can no longer seek asylum in Germany, pushing repatriations despite ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria.
The governments of Poland and Germany reintroduce border checks despite Schengen rules. Travelers should expect delays and tighter controls aimed at curbing illegal migration.