The Netherlands picked Israeli firm Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to supply an upgrade for the country’s more than 200 medium-range anti-tank missile launchers that will boost combat range, for an investment of as much as €250 million ($277 million).

The deal would be for “off-the-shelf” equipment, with Rafael delivering the first launchers in 2026 and final handover expected in the first half of 2028. The investment is in the range of €50 million to €250 million, the ministry said.

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      3 months ago

      You seem to forget that lengthy period when congress held up sending American weapons to Ukraine.

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        3 months ago

        The same period weapons to Israel were held up but still arrived in Israel.

        Germany is always willing to sell weapons to Ukraine. Giving them away is a bigger ask.

        There is much irony in Ukraine’s support of Israel.