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Finland Extends Defense Pact With Israel Amid Criticism
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First reported by Globes · 12 hours ago
What happened
Finland has extended its defense cooperation with Israel until 2034, including a major purchase of the David's Sling missile defense system, despite significant public and political criticism of Israel within Finland over the Gaza conflict.
- 01Finland and Israel extended defense cooperation until 2034.
- 02Finland will purchase David's Sling missile defense system for 317 million euros.
- 03Helsinki faces criticism over alleged 'genocide' in Gaza.
- 04Finnish parliament rejected a boycott on arms trade with Israel.
- 05Defense Ministry reportedly hides cooperation details.
- 06Strategic interests override public criticism.
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