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Israel Launches Production Lines for Smart Bombs to Boost Defense Independence
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First reported by Mako · 2 hours ago
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Israel is establishing new production lines for J-DAM smart bombs and expanding missile interceptor manufacturing to enhance defense independence amid regional tensions, despite budget disputes between the Defense and Finance Ministries.
- 01Israel to develop new production lines for J-DAM smart bombs for the Air Force.
- 02The move aims to reduce reliance on foreign arms amid US-Iran tensions.
- 03Netanyahu approved 40 billion shekels for military procurement this year.
- 04Defense Ministry accuses Finance Ministry of delaying full fund transfers.
- 05Delays risk losing a critical year of military buildup, warns Defense Ministry.
- 06Production of Arrow missile interceptors will also be expanded.
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