Is Germany joining the war? The Defense Minister announced the decision.

Is Germany joining the war? The Defense Minister announced the decision.

05.03.2026 05:40

As the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues with full force on its 6th day, a notable statement came from Germany. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said, "Germany is not a party to this war. The German Armed Forces will not participate in this war." Pistorius noted that his country will do everything possible to contribute to the reduction of tensions in the region.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that he would not participate in the military attacks by the US and Israel targeting Iran, emphasizing that a diplomatic solution must be found for the conflict.

In his speech at the Parliament, Minister Pistorius said regarding the attacks in Iran, "Germany is not a party to this war. The German Armed Forces will not participate in this war."

THEY WANT TO REDUCE TENSION

Pistorius noted that his country would do everything in its power to contribute to reducing tensions in the region and preventing further spread of violence.

"COUNTRIES MUST ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL LAW"

Pistorius conveyed that the discussion on whether the actions of the US and Israel are in accordance with international law is important, stating that a stable international order can only be sustained in the long term if countries comply with the laws.

Pistorius expressed that the Iranian regime has repeatedly violated international law for many years, stating, "The Israel-America attacks are directed at a regime that seeks to destroy Israel. This regime has been applying pressure and terror both domestically and internationally for years, even decades."

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