The war in Ukraine is boosting Israel’s arms exports
European countries want missile-defence systems
For decades the standout product of the Israeli arms industry was the Uzi, a submachine gun used by soldiers and action stars the world over. More recently, however, attention has shifted to the Iron Dome. Footage of interceptor missiles pirouetting in Israel’s skies, shooting down Palestinian rockets, has made it perhaps the world’s best-known missile-defence system. The war in Ukraine has further increased interest and proved a boon for Israel’s arms exports.
This article appeared in the Middle East & Africa section of the print edition under the headline "Fire sale"
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