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Greek Defense Industry Booms on EU and National Spending

Fueled by the EU's €800 billion ReArm program and Greece's €25 billion military spending, the Greek defense industry is experiencing rapid growth, with numerous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) securing contracts domestically and internationally, attracting significant investment and foster...

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Europe's Military Dependence on US Support Raises Concerns After Afghanistan

The US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 highlighted the vulnerability of nations reliant on American military equipment and support, mirroring similar concerns in Europe where over half of advanced fighter jets and significant portions of surveillance aircraft rely on US maintenance and software ...

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Defense Tech Boom Predicted Under Second Trump Administration

The projected boom in defense tech investment under the second Trump administration is driven by rising geopolitical tensions, the increasing use of commercial technologies in military applications, and a potential increase in defense spending to 5% of GDP, benefiting both established and emerging s...

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Elbit Systems Wins $175 Million NATO Contract for Advanced Self-Protection Suites

Elbit Systems won two contracts worth $175 million (NIS 620 million) from a European NATO nation to supply EW and DIRCM self-protection suites for Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft and Airbus H225M helicopters over five years, reflecting growing demand for advanced defense capabilities.

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India's Barak MRSAM Missile System Passes Operational Tests

India successfully completed operational tests of the Barak medium-range surface-to-air missile (MRSAM) system, intercepting four aerial targets; this achievement paves the way for its deployment across all branches of India's armed forces.

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Indra Acquires Hispasat with €700 Million in Financing from BBVA and BNP Paribas

BBVA and BNP Paribas provided €700 million to finance Indra's acquisition of 89% of Hispasat, a Spanish satellite operator, aiming to create a national defense giant; however, market concerns exist regarding competition and valuation.

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Israel's Defense Ministry Invests NIS 601 Million in Tech Startups Amidst "Swords of Iron" War

In response to the "Swords of Iron" war, the Israeli Defense Ministry dramatically increased contracts with 86 domestic tech startups by five times, reaching NIS 601 million between October 2023 and September 2024, to enhance defense capabilities and boost the national economy.

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Record EU Military Spending Reaches €279 Billion in 2023

EU military spending reached a record €279 billion in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022, driven by geopolitical concerns and the need to modernize equipment, with expectations to reach €326 billion in 2024; NATO's new plan might require up to 3% of GDP for long-term deterrence.

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