Greece to buy €3.5 billion air defence system from Israel, sources say
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Greece is expected to finalize a deal worth up to €3.5 billion to purchase a multi-layer air defence system and drones from Israel. The approval is anticipated from the Greek security council KYSEA. The information comes from two sources. This deal signifies deepening defense ties between Greece and Israel.
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KYSEA final approval expected on Thursday
Two sources provided the information to Reuters.
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Greece's security council KYSEA is expected to approve the purchase of a multi-layer air defence system from Israel on Thursday.
Prediction- Greece and Israel deepening defense cooperation
- Multi-layer system suggests capability to counter regional threats
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Loaded language removedATHENS, July 223 - Greece's security council, KYSEA, is expected to give its final approval on Thursday for the purchase of a multi-layer air defence system from Israel, worth up to €3.5 billion ($4 billion), and several types of drones, two sources told Reuters.
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Greece's security council KYSEA is expected to approve the purchase of a multi-layer air defence system from Israel on Thursday.
PredictionTwo sources provided the information to Reuters.
The Straits TimesThe air defence system is worth up to €3.5 billion ($4 billion).
The Straits TimesThe purchase also includes several types of drones.
The Straits Times