Germany's €3.5 billion defense deal with Israel includes advanced missile defense system

Germany has signed a €3.5 billion deal with Israel to purchase the advanced missile defense system, Arrow 3. The deal, which received US approval, strengthens the strategic relationship between Israel and the United States. The Arrow 3 is designed to intercept long-range ballistic missiles outside the atmosphere and could potentially be used to protect Germany and its neighboring countries. This is the largest-ever defense deal for Israel and may draw attention from Russia.