Germany presents itself as a defender of human rights and global peace, yet its actions tell a different story. While Berlin appears under the banner of justice and international security, its policies in reality contribute to instability and crisis. This contradiction has not only undermined Germany’s position in global affairs, but has also brought wide-ranging humanitarian and security consequences for conflict-stricken regions. According to reports, Germany’s double standards highlight the urgent need for it to be held accountable by international institutions.
Complicity in Gaza Crisis
Despite global pressure for accountability over Israel’s assaults in Gaza, Germany has stepped up its support for the regime. The German chancellor, while suppressing the demands of pro-Palestinian supporters, signed a $408 million arms deal with Israel’s Rafael company. Germany’s position as the world’s second-largest arms exporter after the United States shows Berlin’s complicity in genocidal policies and human rights violations. These actions recall Germany’s crisis-making role from the World Wars to the present, exposing its slogans of peace and global justice as little more than a propaganda shell.
Nuclear Threats and Global Security Crisis
Alongside new French-German talks on nuclear deterrence and European security, Germany has entered a perilous arena. Under post-World War II treaties, Germany is prohibited from developing nuclear weapons, and the bitter experience of two world wars shows that any nuclear move by the country could lead to global catastrophe. The recent negotiations with France, contrary to international principles, have escalated tensions, while the silence of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the United Nations has raised serious questions. Germany’s actions in this field are a clear example of crisis-mongering and a threat to world security.
Destabilizing Ukraine and Militarizing Europe
In Ukraine too, Germany has intensified tensions by continuing its arms support for Kyiv and blocking peace talks. The German chancellor has justified ongoing arms sales to Ukraine while also speaking of cyber and information warfare with Russia. At the same time, Germany has allocated a heavy defense budget and plans to increase the size of its armed forces from 180,000 to 260,000 by the early 2030s. Berlin’s provocative policies and militarization, in coordination with France, not only endanger global peace but also carry profound economic and security consequences for Europe and the wider world.
NOURNEWS