
Why did Greece sign a $3.5bn missile deal with Israel?

Aljazeera
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Sep 1, 2026
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AI GeneratedGreece has signed a $3.5 billion defense deal with Israel to implement \"Achilles' Shield,\" a multi-layered air defense system. This is part of a larger $32 billion military modernization plan by 2030. The move aims to protect Greece from regional threats, including Iranian missiles and Turkish drone capabilities, despite domestic opposition and broader EU skepticism toward Israel.
