Germany resumes arms sales to Israel, contingent on ceasefire stability.
Germany has announced it will resume arms exports to Israel following the stabilization of a ceasefire that began on October 10, 2025. The suspension of military equipment sales, which had been in place since August 2025 due to concerns over Israel’s military operations in Gaza, will be lifted on November 24, 2025. Germany, the second-largest arms supplier to Israel after the United States, will revert to a case-by-case review of export requests, emphasizing the importance of adhering to previously established ceasefire agreements and the provision of humanitarian aid. This decision reflects Germany’s strategic defense reliability and commitment to Israel, rooted in historical ties. From an Indian perspective, this scenario underscores the imperative for India to accelerate its self-reliance in defense production, as reliance on foreign military suppliers can disrupt national security interests amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, emphasizing the need for an indigenous defense industry capable of ensuring strategic autonomy.
