The Foreign Ministry announced Tuesday that Israel will transfer jet fuel to Germany following a request for assistance from Germany’s energy ministry amid the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The unusual move was approved by Energy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar as an expression of the close ties between the two countries.
Germany’s request for help with jet fuel and natural gas arrived in Jerusalem in recent days. Cohen instructed professionals in his ministry to examine the matter favorably, and a review by the Fuel Administration found that Israel has surplus production that can be exported. The Energy Ministry clarified that export options will be examined subject to the ongoing security situation.
Sa’ar delivered the official announcement to his counterpart, German Economy and Energy Minister Katharina Reiche, during a diplomatic visit to Berlin today. Sa’ar noted with appreciation the economic and strategic cooperation between Israel and Germany, and emphasized its importance.
In addition to supplying jet fuel, which will be coordinated directly with Israeli refineries, the Energy and Infrastructure Ministry will also examine additional ways to assist Germany with natural gas. The move underscores Israel’s position as a significant player in the regional energy market, capable of helping its allies in times of crisis.