Germany Cautions Against “Further Escalation” in Lebanon
Martin Giese, a Foreign Ministry spokesman, stated at a press briefing in Berlin, “We have taken note of reports … about an attack on Beirut.
In general, I can say that we have repeatedly emphasized, and continue to emphasize, that a politically negotiated solution, which presupposes the disarmament of Hezbollah, can bring about lasting peace between Lebanon and Israel.”
He stressed that “Such solutions must both serve Israel's security interests and respect Lebanese security and territorial sovereignty.
Therefore, we call on all parties to adhere to the ceasefire agreement and exercise restraint. The only important thing is that further escalation is prevented…."
Giese’s comments followed an Israeli airstrike that killed five individuals and injured 28 others in southern Beirut. Israel stated that the operation targeted Hezbollah’s chief of staff, Ali Tabatabai.
Since the ceasefire was implemented, Israel has conducted several strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs.
Tensions in southern Lebanon have been escalating for weeks, with the Israeli military stepping up near-daily air raids inside Lebanese territory, claiming their targets are Hezbollah members and infrastructure.
The Lebanese Health Ministry reported that at least 331 people have died and 945 sustained injuries from Israeli attacks since the ceasefire began on Nov. 27, 2024.
Meanwhile, the UN peacekeeping mission (UNIFIL) indicated over 10,000 Israeli air and ground violations.
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