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Germany Approves Funds for Israeli Arrow-3 Missiles

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  • #Military
  • #Military spending
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Germany Approves Funds for Israeli Arrow-3 Missiles
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JUN 2023
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story last updated JUL 2024

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

Following Russia’s war on Ukraine, it has become obvious to the West, and Europe in particular, that it must modernize its military defenses. With the acquisition of the Israeli Arrow-3 system and the purchase of the German IRIS-T SLM system — which was also approved Wednesday — Germany is securing an Iron Dome-style air defense system that will help build up a protective umbrella to defend its neighbors as well.

Politico

Establishment-critical narrative

The purchase of the Arrow-3 anti-missile system is nothing more than wasteful government spending. The nation's eagerness to burn almost €4B — €1B more than originally estimated — reveals its distorted sense of priorities and a blatant waste of taxpayers' hard-earned money. By indulging in such a costly acquisition, Germany is neglecting other key areas, such as social programs, economic development, and infrastructure.

Middle East Monitor

Metaculus Prediction


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