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Spain cancels contract for anti-tank missiles built by Israeli subsidiary

Spain's Defense Ministry has terminated a €285 million agreement involving the acquisition of 168 SPIKE LR2 missile launchers, which were to be produced locally by an Israeli company's subsidiary in Madrid.
The cancellation followed Spain's leftist government halting arms exports to Israel on October 2, 2023, amid an escalating war in Gaza sparked by a Hamas assault.
The cancelled deal included 168 missile launchers, 1,680 missiles, and logistical support, with the government seeking to reduce reliance on Israeli defense technology.
Defense Minister Margarita Robles annulled the contract on Tuesday, and government spokesperson Pilar Alegría said the goal is a total disconnection from Israeli technology.
This move reflects Spain's broader shift after recognizing a Palestinian state and supporting an ICJ case alleging Israeli genocide, while Israel rejects these accusations.

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