Amid war, Israel’s advanced defense industry secures Greek confidence, expanding power, deterrence, exports, and alliance..
Israel and Greece on Monday signed a landmark defense export agreement in Athens for the supply of PULS rocket artillery systems to the Hellenic Armed Forces, in a deal valued at about $750 million, or roughly €650 million. The signing ceremony at the Hellenic Ministry of National Defense marked another major step in the fast-growing strategic partnership between Jerusalem and Athens.
Senior defense and industry officials from both countries attended the ceremony, including SIBAT Director Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas, GDDIA Director Maj. Gen. Ioannis Bouras, and Elbit Systems Land Executive Vice President Yehuda Udi Vardi. The agreement highlights Israel’s continued ability to deliver advanced military technology to close allies while strengthening its own defense-industrial base during wartime.
Under the deal, Elbit Systems will act as the prime contractor and provide PULS launchers together with a broad munitions package. The package includes training rockets, precision-guided rockets for different ranges, and loitering munitions. The contract is scheduled to be carried out over four years, followed by an additional decade of sustainment and long-term support.
The PULS system is regarded as a flexible and combat-proven artillery platform capable of delivering precise strike capabilities across multiple ranges. For Greece, the acquisition is expected to significantly improve long-range firepower and operational readiness. The agreement also includes industrial cooperation, with Greek defense industries set to manufacture selected system components, reinforcing bilateral defense collaboration beyond the battlefield itself.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the agreement reflects the growing strategic security relationship between the two nations and demonstrates the strong trust placed in Israel’s defense establishment. He stressed that Israeli defense companies have expanded production during the current war, meeting urgent operational demands for the IDF while also advancing major international deals.
IMOD Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram said Greece’s decision to finalize such a major agreement during Israel’s war against Iran underscores the technological strength of Israel’s defense sector. He added that defense exports are helping Israel deepen munitions independence and invest more resources into future military innovation.
SIBAT Director Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas described the relationship with Greece as a true strategic alliance built on shared security interests, stability, and innovation. He said the agreement demonstrates the capacity of Israeli systems to provide advanced and life-saving capabilities while also creating value for local industries in both countries.
Elbit Systems President and CEO Bezhalel Machlis said the project further strengthens the company’s longstanding cooperation with the Hellenic Ministry of National Defense. He noted that Greece is joining other NATO members that have selected the PULS system, reinforcing its growing standing as a highly effective answer to modern artillery needs across Europe and beyond.
