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Spain Approves Airbus to Use Controversial Israeli Tech

12/31/2025

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Spain's cabinet granted Airbus a special permit to produce aircraft and drones using Israeli technology, despite a ban on Israeli military products due to Israel's actions in Gaza.
The decision sparked controversy within Spain's ruling coalition, already strained by internal conflicts.
In September, the government halted trade in defense materials from Israel and blocked numerous purchase attempts.
Airbus is reportedly developing a plan to reduce reliance on Israeli technology.

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Spain's cabinet granted Airbus a special permit to produce aircraft and drones using Israeli technology, despite a ban on Israeli military products due to Israel's actions in Gaza.
The decision sparked controversy within Spain's ruling coalition, already strained by internal conflicts.
In September, the government halted trade in defense materials from Israel and blocked numerous purchase attempts.
Airbus is reportedly developing a plan to reduce reliance on Israeli technology.