German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the leader of the CDU, voiced strong concern over Israel’s new annexation plans in the West Bank. Speaking in the Chancellery on Tuesday, he warned that the moves being discussed in Jerusalem would further complicate a two‑state solution. The German government urges Israel to halt any steps toward annexing the area known as E‑1, cautioning that doing so would be a serious mistake. Merz added that Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul would travel to Israel at his call to reinforce this position, stressing that Europeans must present a united message on the matter.