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Spain Cancels $825M Israeli Arms Deal Amid Gaza Tensions

9/15/2025

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Spain has canceled an $825 million contract for Israeli rocket launchers, following a ban on military sales to Israel.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez highlighted the need to legally formalize this ban due to genocide allegations in Gaza.
The cancellation includes 12 SILAM rocket launchers and 168 anti-tank missile launchers.
Spain previously halted an ammunition contract with an Israeli firm in April 2023.
The government is reviewing all military contracts with Israeli firms amid escalating diplomatic tensions.

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Spain has canceled an $825 million contract for Israeli rocket launchers, following a ban on military sales to Israel.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez highlighted the need to legally formalize this ban due to genocide allegations in Gaza.
The cancellation includes 12 SILAM rocket launchers and 168 anti-tank missile launchers.
Spain previously halted an ammunition contract with an Israeli firm in April 2023.
The government is reviewing all military contracts with Israeli firms amid escalating diplomatic tensions.