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Israel Decommissions Missile Ship "Keshet" After 44 Years of Service
Israel's Navy has decommissioned the missile ship "Keshet" after 44 years of service, removing its weapons and equipment for reuse. The vessel, nicknamed "submarine hunter," participated in operations in Gaza and Lebanon and conducted secret missions far from shore.
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- 01Israel's Navy is decommissioning the missile ship "Keshet" after 44 years of service.
- 02The "Keshet" earned the nickname "submarine hunter" for its detection capabilities.
- 03The ship conducted secret missions far from Israeli shores, with crews cut off from communication.
- 04It participated in operations in Gaza and Lebanon, providing fire support and reconnaissance.
- 05Dismantled equipment will be used as spare parts for other naval vessels.
- 06The future of the "Keshet" may involve becoming an underwater museum.
A former commander fondly remembered the ship, which served as a home for hundreds of sailors. Its future is uncertain, with possibilities including an underwater museum or display at a naval museum.
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