Germany to suspend development projects for Palestinian territories

Our “Aggression will be whether and how these projects will best serve peace in the region and Israel's security,” he said, transitioning Democracy.

Until that review is completed, we will not make available any new source for developmental co-operation”.

Unfortunately, we can predict that the suffering of the civilian population in the Gaza Strip will likely continue to grow, but it is also Hamas' fault and his attack on Israel. ”

Scholz also said he was working “with full force” to free all hostages, in close co-operation with Israel and that he would co-operate with regional powers in an effort to prevent further spread of violence.

I am in close contact with Egyptian President Sisi, who has channels for Gaza. Today I will talk to Turkish President Erdogan and await Qatar's emir”, he said.

The three of us can play an important role in de-scaling the” situation, he concluded.