German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday called on Israel to respect the ceasefire in Lebanon, saying it is “necessary” to help pave the way for a breakthrough in US-Iran negotiations, Anadolu reports.

Speaking at a joint press conference in Berlin with Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magya, Merz said Germany was following developments “with great concern” following a new escalation of violence in Lebanon. southern.

“The German government urgently calls on Israel to respect the ceasefire agreed in April and protect the civilian population in southern Lebanon,” Merz said.

“This is particularly necessary at this time to facilitate a breakthrough including within the negotiations currently underway between US President Trump and the Iranian leadership,” he added.

Merz also called on Hezbollah to immediately stop attacks on Israel. northern and disarm.

“Hezbollah must immediately stop attacks on the people of Israel and must lay down its weapons,” Merz said, adding that Germany is in contact with Israeli and Lebanese authorities to encourage the continuation of direct talks.

“We are doing everything in our power to contribute to reducing tensions and restoring the ceasefire,” he said.

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