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Latest 31 August 2026

Israel signs $3.5 billion air defence deal with Greece

Israel and Greece ‌signed a €3 billion ($3.5 billion) defence deal on Monday under which Israel will build a multi-layered air defence system for Greece as Athens pushes ahead with…

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