Germany on Monday voiced serious concern over Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and urged it not to widen its ground offensive, as cross-border clashes between the two neighbors intensify against the backdrop of the war in Iran.
"The situation in this part of the war zone fills us with concern, as we see preparations for a major Israeli ground offensive," government spokesman Stefan Kornelius said in Berlin.
Such a move would "significantly worsen the already tense humanitarian situation in the region [...] and lead to a further increase in displaced people," Kornelius said.
"We are urging our Israeli friends not to go down this path, and are in contact to convey this message," he added.
He called on Hezbollah to cease fighting and lay down its arms, and welcomed diplomatic efforts to facilitate new talks between Israel and Lebanon.
