Israel and Greece sign a multi-billion-dollar weapons deal, the largest between the countries
Summary
Israel and Greece signed a $3.5 billion weapons deal called Achilles Shield, which includes a multi-layered air defense system using Israeli technology. This agreement is the largest between the two countries and is part of Greece’s efforts to modernize its military amid regional tensions.Key Facts
- The deal is worth about 3 billion Euros ($3.5 billion) and involves advanced air defense systems.
- It is the biggest weapons agreement ever signed between Israel and Greece.
- Israel’s arms exports reached over $19 billion last year, a 30% increase from 2024.
- The weapons sold are considered battle-tested and reliable by other governments.
- Greece and Israel have increased defense cooperation over the last decade.
- The deal includes Israeli systems such as David Sling, SPYDER, and a new command and control system.
- A related $30 million agreement was signed for Rafael’s Drone Dome systems.
- Israel is now the seventh-largest global arms supplier, surpassing the United Kingdom.
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