Germany voices 'great concern' after Israeli strikes on Gaza

Germany's outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday voiced "great concern" following the most intense Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since a fragile ceasefire took effect. 

He said “They are greatly concerned about the civilian casualties in Gaza now that fighting has resumed there.” “Their particular concern in Germany is, of course, for the remaining hostages." he added, pointing out that several of them are German-Israeli dual citizens. Furthermore, He also added that “Their clear call to Hamas remains: finally release the hostages”.