German chancellor Friedrich Merz used a visit to Dublin to reject claims that Irish man Daniel Tatlow-Devally is facing a “show trial” in Germany. According to the report, Merz strongly defended Germany’s legal system and pushed back against criticism surrounding the case.
His remarks placed the focus on Germany’s courts and judicial process, with the chancellor making clear that he does not accept suggestions that the proceedings should be viewed as politically staged. The issue became a notable part of his public comments while in the Irish capital.
Merz also addressed the question of sanctions on Israel during the Dublin visit. He took a firm position, saying: “we don’t want to, we won’t do it, we cannot do it,” signaling clear opposition to such a move.
The comments underline how Merz’s trip to Dublin touched on both a sensitive legal matter involving an Irish citizen and a broader foreign policy debate over Israel. Together, the statements highlighted Berlin’s insistence on defending its institutions while maintaining a hard line on sanctions.
