Germany has halted new arms exports to Israel amid ongoing legal challenges regarding the legality of such sales. In contrast to last year's €326.5 million in approved arms exports, only €14.5 million has been authorized so far in 2024, with a mere €32,449 designated for 'weapons of war'. The government is currently addressing two legal cases that argue these exports may violate humanitarian law, one at the International Court of Justice and another in Berlin. Despite the halt, Germany maintains that no war weapons have been exported since the October 7 Hamas attacks, except for spare parts under long-term contracts. This situation has created internal friction within the government, with varying levels of support for Israel among different ministries. Legal pressures have also impacted other European allies, leading to similar suspensions of arms exports to Israel.