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The Day · Friday 12 December 2025

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Majority of Germans Assert Israel’s Security Is Not Germany’s Raison d’État

A majority of Germans supporting the ‘Never Again for all’ message have voiced that Israel’s security should not define Germany’s raison d’état. This position highlights a critical stance among segments of German society regarding official state policy towards Israel, reflecting dissent within Germany’s public discourse.

BERLIN, GERMANY – NOVEMBER 29: Protesters, gathered on Kottbusser Damm Street in the Kreuzberg district, march towards Leipzig Square, in support of Palestine, calling for sanctions against Israel in Berlin, Germany on November 29, 2025. They carried Palestinian flags and banners showing their support. ( Halil Sağırkaya – Anadolu Agency )

A growing number of Germans aligned with the ‘Never Again for all’ campaign have declared that Israel’s security is not Germany’s raison d’état. This assertion, emerging amid intensifying political debates, signals a significant divergence from official narratives and underscores evolving perspectives within German civil society.

Demonstrators and supporters using the slogan ‘Never Again for all’ emphasize a universal approach to human rights and global justice, pointing out that historical responsibility must not limit itself to a single state’s security, in this case, Israel. Their declaration challenges longstanding official German positions, often articulated as unconditional support for Israel, and introduces a broader interpretation of past commitments.

Meanwhile, public mobilizations and social actions under the ‘Never Again for all’ banner continue to voice opposition to policies seen as exclusionary or complicit. The message resonating across various gatherings and statements rejects the notion that the security of any one state should define the core of Germany’s post-war identity.

From its side, Germany’s traditional stance has long linked its foreign policy values to the safeguarding of Israel, often presenting this commitment as a moral duty. However, the emerging voices challenge the exclusivity of that commitment, urging a redefinition of responsibility that includes all peoples and emphasizes equal accountability for all states.

In addition, the phrase ‘Never Again for all’ has gained presence in both physical spaces and public dialogue, reflecting a shift in sentiment and a demand for policies rooted in equality and justice. The statement asserting that Israel’s security is not Germany’s raison d’état encapsulates this transformative call, seeking to reshape the foundational pillars of political alignment and ethical positioning.

Supporters of this perspective maintain that true remembrance and historical learning must involve a commitment to universal protection of rights, not selective solidarity. They argue that invoking history must come with consistent application of principles, especially in the face of occupation, injustice, or military aggression—wherever it may occur.

This growing voice within Germany adds a critical layer to nationwide and international debates, revealing social currents that diverge from governmental policies. The message, bold in its clarity, asserts a vision where foreign policy reflects shared humanity rather than constrained allegiance.

As the discourse continues to unfold, supporters of ‘Never Again for all’ reinforce their stance through direct statements and collective action. Their collective voice insists that Germany’s raison d’état must serve broader principles, where the dignity and security of all, not just one nation, define the moral compass of a country shaped by historical tragedies and the enduring struggle for justice.

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