Finland purchased the David’s Sling missile defense system from Israel. This was reported by TASS Citing the press service of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
“Ministry of Defense Director General Eyal Zamir signed an agreement for the sale of the David’s Sling system to Finland. The defense ministry announced that the cost of the agreement is estimated at 317 million euros.
David’s Sling, also known as Sharvit Ksamim or Stunner, is a multi-layered missile defense system capable of shooting down short-range ballistic missiles and unguided large-caliber missiles with a range of 70 to 300 km. It was developed by the Israeli company Rafael and the American company Raytheon. It was put into service in 2015.
On November 9, 2023, the IDF successfully applied Missile defense system “Hetz 3” in combat conditions. It intercepted a target launched towards Israel in the Red Sea region.
And on October 30, Israel shot down a ballistic missile launched against Eilat by the Yemeni Houthis. Later registeredIt is stated that this incident can actually be considered as the first war in space.
Previously recognizedThat the United States intends to strengthen Israel’s missile defense system.
Source: Gazeta
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