Israel and Germany are moving forward with a strategic defense collaboration to deploy the Arrow 3 missile defense system in Germany by 2025. Approved by the U.S. and valued at $3.5 billion, this agreement was established last year as a response to potential long-range missile threats. Recently, Israel's Ministry of Defense and Germany's Ministry of Defense, alongside top defense contractors, highlighted this system’s importance for European security.
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The Arrow 3,
created by Israel and the U.S., is designed to intercept long-range ballistic
missiles in space using "hit-to-kill" technology. It operates with a
two-stage interceptor, the "Super Green Pine" radar, the "Golden
Citron" battle management center, and the "Brown Hazelnut"
launcher control. These components work together to detect and intercept
missiles before they reach their targets.
In service with Israel since 2017, the Arrow 3 forms the upper layer of Israel’s multi-layered defense, joining systems like Arrow 2, David’s Sling, and Iron Dome. It shields against long-range missile threats, including nuclear or chemical warheads. In 2024, it intercepted Iranian missiles twice, on April 14 and October 1, demonstrating its effectiveness.
Coordination
meetings for Germany's Arrow 3 deployment took place at Israel Aerospace
Industries (IAI), led by Moshe Patel of the Israel Missile Defense
Organization. Representatives from Israeli firms IAI, Elta, and Elbit Systems,
along with Germany's MBDA, reviewed technical and logistical details for this
first deployment in Europe.
The Arrow 3 enhances Israel's missile defense with an extended interception range, aiming to neutralize threats before they reach protected areas. Sharing infrastructure with Arrow 2, it uses the same launchers and control systems. Seen as a top asset globally, it offers precise defense against ballistic missiles.
Interest in Arrow
3 is growing internationally. In May, several countries expressed interest in
similar defense technology, reflecting confidence in Israel's capabilities.
Germany’s 2022 European Sky Shield Initiative has further encouraged defense
partnerships, attracting interest even from neutral countries like Switzerland.
Israel Aerospace Industries, as the project’s main contractor, continues to support Israel's defense under the DDR&D program. This partnership with Germany highlights Israel's role in global security, underscoring its commitment to regional and international defense alliances.
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