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The three Israeli companies – IAI, its subsidiary ELTA and Rafael – whose weapons systems will form the “Achilles Shield” were racing to complete and deliver the final files last Sunday evening, having settled every technical detail and all the requirements set by the General Directorate of Defense and Security.

The signing ceremony is just around the corner for the major armament program for the multi-layered air defense network (anti-missile, anti-ballistic and anti-drone) with weapons systems from Israel that will create the Hellenic Dome and cover the entire country.

In an environment of intense geopolitical fluidity, the Council of Foreign Affairs and Defense (KYSEA) met, with an eye on developments in the Middle East, scenarios for the next day and decisions to strengthen Greek defense.