Former German diplomats push Berlin to back criticism of Israel with concrete action

Hague Group bans transfer of weapons to Israel

The countries agreed to "commence an urgent review of all public contracts, in order to prevent public institutions and public funds, where applicable, from supporting Israel’s illegal occupation of the Palestinian Territory"

Former German diplomats push Berlin to back criticism of Israel with concrete action

Thirteen ex-ambassadors sent a letter to Germany's leaders, in an attempt to influence Berlin to halt arms deliveries to Israel and intensify sanctions on settlers. 'True friends take action when a friend puts himself at risk,' the letter says