German minister announces more Gaza aid, criticises parts of Israeli government

German Foreign Minister Baerbock holds press conference in Jerusalem

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock speaks at a press conference, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, at the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, June 25, 2024. REUTERS/Ammar Awad

Source: REUTERS

Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock on Tuesday announced 19 million euros ($20.3 million) in more aid to Gaza and criticised parts of the Israeli government for actions that she said undermined the country's long-term security.

Baerbock was in Jerusalem as part of efforts to prevent war between Israel and Hamas from escalating into a regional conflict.

"Increasing settler violence is spreading fear and terror in the West Bank and digging ever deeper trenches of hatred," she said.

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"Parts of the Israeli government coalition are stirring up trouble and endangering long-term Israeli security interests with their aggressive settler policy," she added.

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By Reuters