Israel and German governments meet
Israel’s government today convened for the first time in Berlin, the former heart of the Nazi regime, for a special joint session with the German government highlighting the nations’ bond 60 years after the Holocaust.
High on the agenda was Germany’s push to win the release of a captive Israeli soldier held by Hamas militants and its efforts to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Environmental issues, economic cooperation and efforts to restart the Middle East peace process were also discussed.
The historic trip was originally scheduled for late November, but was put off at the last moment when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fell ill.
