Greece seals $757.8m rocket system deal with Israel

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Greece and Israel have signed a defence deal in Athens for the acquisition of PULS precision rocket system, according to Israel’s defence ministry.

The agreement, worth about $757.8 million, will see the Greek military receive the Precise & Universal Launching System (PULS), produced by Elbit Systems.

The system has a reported range of up to 300 kilometres and is expected to strengthen Greece’s defensive capabilities, particularly to protect its northeastern borders and Aegean islands. Parts of the system will also be manufactured locally in Greece.

Delivery and installation are scheduled to be completed within four years, followed by a decade-long support and maintenance phase.

The deal reflects growing economic and diplomatic ties between the two countries, which have also expanded cooperation through joint military exercises and training programs. Both nations operate a pilot training centre in southwestern Greece.

Meanwhile, Greece remains in talks with Israel over a proposed missile defence system, known as “Achilles Shield,” which would be modelled on Israel’s Iron Dome and could cost around €3 billion.

Source: Tovima

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