‘Heavily armed’: Greece, Israel boost military ties amid Gaza genocide
Summary
Greece is working with Israel to develop weapons and strengthen military ties. Greece plans to buy Israeli defense systems, including rocket artillery and missile defense systems, to enhance its air defense capabilities. The relationship is growing while Israel faces accusations of genocide in Gaza.Key Facts
- Greece wants to develop weapons together with Israel.
- Greece approved buying 36 Israeli rocket artillery systems for $760 million.
- These systems are part of Greece's $3.3 billion air defense plan called the Shield of Achilles.
- Greece is also considering Israeli missile defense systems worth approximately $3.5 billion.
- Greece and Israel are negotiating a direct government-to-government agreement.
- The deal would avoid a competitive bidding process by other suppliers.
- Greece is part of a European air defense initiative but prefers Israeli systems.
- Some groups criticize Greece's closer ties with Israel amid the conflict in Gaza.
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