Germany says the humanitarian situation in Gaza is catastrophic

The German foreign ministry says the humanitarian situation in Gaza is catastrophic. 

The foreign ministry also issued its statement on X, saying further escalation in the Middle East is a real possibility.

It added that Iran’s nuclear programme poses a threat not just to Israel, but also to Saudi Arabia and the stability of the entire region.

The statement was issued after a visit by German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul to Saudi Arabia, where he met his counterpart.