German Chancellor Friedrich Merz delivered a clear message at the annual “Germany Day of the Young Alliance,” telling the young generation of Germany’s center-right parties that the country’s place is firmly “in the Western alliance, alongside Israel.”
The audience broke into loud applause the moment he mentioned Israel, underscoring how strongly his statement resonated.
This marks the first time in seven years that a German chancellor has attended the influential gathering, which brings together future leaders of the center-right aged 14 to 35.
Merz’s appearance and bold declaration are being read as a significant political signal about Germany’s direction and its commitment to its allies during a period of global tension.
