Germany has halted the approval of war weapons exports to Israel due to legal challenges, according to a source close to the Economy Ministry. Approvals for arms exports to Israel have significantly dropped this year, with only 14.5 million euros' worth granted from January to August 21. The German government has defended its position in legal cases, stating that no weapons of war have been exported since the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. This move has created friction within the German government, with the Chancellery supporting Israel while the Economy and Foreign ministries have criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's administration.