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Israel's Arms Exports Surge to Record $14.8 Billion

6/6/2025

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Israel's Arms Surge

In 2024, Israel's arms exports soared to an unprecedented $14.8 billion, eclipsing last year's $13 billion. This remarkable increase is fueled by heightened wartime production amid conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. The Defense Ministry highlighted a rising European demand for arms in response to Russian threats, offering a vital lifeline to Israel's struggling economy.

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Israel's Arms Surge

In 2024, Israel's arms exports soared to an unprecedented $14.8 billion, eclipsing last year's $13 billion. This remarkable increase is fueled by heightened wartime production amid conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. The Defense Ministry highlighted a rising European demand for arms in response to Russian threats, offering a vital lifeline to Israel's struggling economy.

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