Germany condemns Israeli minister's call to 'remove' Palestinians

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has strongly condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's call for the targeted killing of Palestinians in Gaza. In a controversial statement, Ben-Gvir suggested that 30 to 40 Palestinians should be removed every night, including those who do not pose an immediate threat. The German government spokesperson denounced Ben-Gvir's inhumane remarks, calling them a violation of international law and unacceptable.

The chancellor is following the situation with great concern, emphasizing that Israel must treat Palestinians with dignity and protect their rights. Several other German politicians, including Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil and Green Party leader Franziska Brantner, have called for sanctions against Ben-Gvir. The Central Council of Jews in Germany and the Protestant Church in Germany have also expressed horror at Ben-Gvir's statements, describing them as an attack on humanity and diametrically opposed to Jewish values.