Poll: Slim majority of Germans back pausing arms exports to Israel
A narrow majority of Germans support suspending arms exports to Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza, a survey revealed on Tuesday.
The poll found that 58% of respondents favoured a temporary halt to arms deliveries, while 22% were opposed. Another 19% were undecided or declined to answer.
The study by polling firm INSA, commissioned by the Avaaz campaign organization, surveyed 1,001 people between May 28 and May 30.
Germany's arms exports to Israel have come under increased scrutiny in recent weeks in light of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has recently announced a review of shipments to determine whether they comply with international humanitarian law.
Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt, by contrast, has backed continuing the arms deliveries as agreed.
Avaaz describes itself as a global campaign network that aims to influence political decisions through citizen mobilization.
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