Turkey, Iran and Space: Israel's Answer to Trump on Cutting Aid

Trump's declaration on halting military aid to Israel may strengthen local defense industries. A 350 billion shekel procurement plan over a decade, based on the Nagel Committee, aims to reduce dependence on the US and boost production independence, while confronting Iran, Turkey, and the Sunni axis.

Trump's declaration on halting military aid to Israel raises concerns but may actually strengthen local defense industries. Based on the Nagel Committee's conclusions, Israel has formulated a 350 billion shekel procurement plan over a decade, aimed at reducing dependence on the US and boosting production independence. The plan includes purchasing F-15EX and F-35 aircraft, refueling planes, helicopters, warships, submarines, armored brigades, and additional engineering battalions, as well as investment in space superiority. Funding will come from efficiency measures in the defense establishment, the IPO of Israel Aerospace Industries, and increased exports. The article notes that Israel will still need to purchase platforms from the US, but payment will be in shekels or barter deals.