Germany’s 'Never Again' Stops at Gaza Border, Apparently
According to Deutsche Welle, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated Berlin's profound commitment to Israel's security. This familiar chorus, often sung by Western leaders, conveniently overlooks the chorus of international legal bodies and human rights organizations raising alarms about violations in Gaza. Germany, a nation supposedly defined by 'never again,' seems content to apply this
principle selectively, providing €326 million in military equipment to Israel in 2023 alone, a ten-fold increase from the prior year (source: Statista, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action). One might wonder if 'never again' now comes with an asterisk, specifically excluding Palestinians. While Germany champions human rights elsewhere, its unwavering support funnels
advanced weaponry—including components for air defense systems and communications equipment—to a government widely accused of disproportionate force and collective punishment. The message is clear: Some suffering is more equal than others when geopolitics and historical guilt are involved. It seems the moral compass spins differently over the Mediterranean.