Germany has approved approximately €6.6 million ($7.8 million) in arms exports to Israel during the first month of the ongoing war with Iran, according to government data reported by German media.
The approvals were issued between 28 February and 27 March, during a period of intensified military operations involving Israel, the United States and Iran.
While the figure is relatively small compared to previous arms deals, it has reignited debate over continued military support for Israel amid ongoing conflicts. By comparison, Germany approved nearly €167 million ($196 million) in arms exports to Israel following earlier phases of the Gaza war.
Germany remains one of Israel’s largest arms suppliers, accounting for roughly 30% of its military imports in recent years, making even smaller approvals politically significant.
Critics argue that continued weapons transfers—regardless of scale—risk enabling further military escalation and prolonging regional instability. Human rights groups have previously warned that arms exports to Israel could contribute to civilian harm and raise legal and ethical concerns.
Supporters of the policy, however, say Germany is balancing its historical commitment to Israel with growing domestic and international pressure over the humanitarian consequences of ongoing conflicts.
