Israel to Supply Cyprus with New Patrol Vessel, Enhance Existing Fleet
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Israel and Cyprus signed an agreement for a new Israeli-built offshore patrol vessel equipped with Rafael systems, with upgrades also planned for Cyprus's existing vessel. The deal, announced by the Israeli Defense Ministry, aims to enhance Cyprus's maritime security capabilities. This agreement deepens existing defense cooperation between the two nations, which includes naval security and joint military exercises.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel will supply Cyprus with a new offshore patrol vessel equipped with Rafael naval systems.
- The agreement also includes upgrades for Cyprus's existing Israel Shipyards-built patrol vessel.
- The deal aims to strengthen Cyprus's naval command and maritime security response capabilities.
- The pact builds on expanding defense cooperation between Israel and Cyprus in recent years.
- The value of the new naval agreement was not disclosed but was previously reported to be around $100 million.
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