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Germany says it fears Israeli offensive could endanger lives of hostages in Gaza
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IDF troops operate in northern Gaza, in a handout photo issued on May 17, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
BERLIN, Germany — Germany is “deeply concerned” about the situation in Gaza, where it said an intensified Israeli offensive could endanger the lives of hostages, including Germans, their Foreign Ministry says.
The offensive “could put the lives of the remaining hostages, including those of German hostages, in danger,” a ministry statement says.
“A broad military offensive also risks worsening further the catastrophic humanitarian situation for Gaza’s population and the remaining hostages,” it adds.
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