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Israel's defense exports jumped over 13% in 2024 to $14.8 billion, even as overall Israeli exports contracted 5.6%. The defense sector now represents nearly 25% of Israel's goods exports and approaching 10% of total exports.
Europe became the dominant market, accounting for 54% of defense exports (up from 35% in 2023) as countries increased military spending amid the Ukraine war. Air defense systems, missiles and rockets comprised 48% of exports, with Israeli technology proving effective against drone and missile threats.
However, industry sources report that images from #Gaza are complicating deal closures. #Spain recently froze a nearly $300 million Spike missile deal due to the situation in Gaza. Defense companies face parliamentary opposition in European countries and competitors using the Gaza war to discourage purchases of Israeli systems.
Sales to Abraham Accords countries reached $1.8 billion (12% of total exports), while Asian exports dropped from $6.3 billion to $3.4 billion due to major 2023 deals with India and Azerbaijan not repeating.
#Palestine / 12 countries condemn forced displacement of Palestinian village in occupied West Bank
Diplomatic missions from #UK, #Germany, #France and 9 other nations issued joint statement expressing solidarity with residents of Mughayir a-Deir who were forced to abandon homes due to settler violence and Israeli authorities' failure to provide protection.
As has been common practice for years, Israeli settlers established an outpost meters from a Palestinian village. The community was forced to flee after escalating violence and threats. Seven neighboring communities have already been displaced following the same pattern. Tens of thousands in Area C face "high or imminent risk" of forcible transfer.
These countries demand Israel dismantle the outpost and allow safe return. They call this a violation of international law and demand Israel respect the prohibition on forcible transfer.
**JOINT PRESS STATEMENT** **WEST BANK, JUNE 2025**
**DIPLOMATIC STATEMENT ON THE SITUATION IN MUGHAYIR A-DEIR**
The undersigned diplomatic missions express their strong solidarity with the Palestinian community of Mughayir a-Deir. The community's long-standing residents were recently forced to abandon their homes and belongings due to escalating settler violence and a prevailing climate of impunity.
Israeli settlers have established an outpost just metres from the community, which is a clear violation of international law. Mughayir a-Deir was one of the last remaining Palestinian communities in the area. Seven neighbouring communities have already been displaced amid a broader and deeply troubling pattern of violent settler attacks and a lack of protection by the Israeli authorities.
We therefore urge the Israeli authorities to dismantle the outpost immediately and to take urgent and effective measures to enable the safe return of the displaced residents. It is imperative that the community is protected from further violence and intimidation.
Mughayir a-Deir is not an isolated caseโit reflects a broader pattern of displacement in Area C of the West Bank, where a coercive environment marked by repeated settler violence, movement restrictions, land confiscation, demolitions and inadequate access to essential services is making life unbearable and pushing communities to leave. Tens of thousands of Palestinians in Area C face a high or imminent risk of forcible transfer. This alarming trend gravely undermines prospects for a just and lasting peace.
We call on Israel to respect its obligations under international law, including the prohibition of forcible transfer. We also reaffirm our clear and consistent opposition to settlements, which are illegal under international law. We emphasise Israel's responsibility to protect all Palestinian communities in Area C.
*The Consulates General of Belgium, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom, the Representative Offices of Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, and the Netherlands, as well as the Office of the European Union Representative to the West Bank and Gaza*
Houthi attacks are forcing major operational changes:
[...] He [Colonel (Res.) Yair Kulas, head of SIBAT - the Defense Export and Defense Cooperation Directorate at Israel's Ministry of Defense] also referred to supply chain challenges: 'The supply chain is challenging due to shipping routes that have been changed under the Houthi threat, Ben Gurion Airport which has been blocked at times due to missile launches. So if we need to be more flexible, we are being flexible. And if there is a demand from the purchasing country for local production on its territory, we establish manufacturing activity there.'"
While Israeli defense companies acknowledge supply chain challenges from Houthi attacks on shipping routes Operation Prosperity Guardian , European naval missions provided free security for Israeli exports. Rather than diverting resources to Red Sea security, Israel can maintain focus on high-value defense production for the European market surge. While European militaries absorb the costs and risks of confronting Houthis and Israeli arms companies profit from the resulting demand.
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Houthi attacks are forcing major operational changes:
[...] He [Colonel (Res.) Yair Kulas, head of SIBAT - the Defense Export and Defense Cooperation Directorate at Israel's Ministry of Defense] also referred to supply chain challenges: 'The supply chain is challenging due to shipping routes that have been changed under the Houthi threat, Ben Gurion Airport which has been blocked at times due to missile launches. So if we need to be more flexible, we are being flexible. And if there is a demand from the purchasing country for local production on its territory, we establish manufacturing activity there.'"
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While Israeli defense companies acknowledge supply chain challenges from Houthi attacks on shipping routes Operation Prosperity Guardian , European naval missions provided free security for Israeli exports. Rather than diverting resources to Red Sea security, Israel can maintain focus on high-value defense production for the European market surge. While European militaries absorb the costs and risks of confronting Houthis and Israeli arms companies profit from the resulting demand.
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