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The ties between Israeli defense industries and the Ministry of Defense in Athens are tightening. Greece is expected to complete in October the certification of Rafael's Spike NLOS missiles for launch from Apache helicopters. The helicopters' electronic systems are being upgraded by Elbit.

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Yesterday's reports led to a red close for the stock exchange: Elbit plummeted despite a strong report, while banks surged following the Hapoalim results. Today, the market focuses on the US Consumer Price Index, which will dictate the direction of interest rates.

The container was confiscated on one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world, which connects China to the West. "Any attempt to export goods to Israel - directly or indirectly - contrary to the law and government regulations, will be dealt with severely," threatened the local border guard.

World press on Israel: Concerns over potential F-35 sales to Turkey, Ankara's sixth-generation aircraft ambitions, internal opposition within the Khamenei family, and the deepening defense ties between Israel and the UAE.

The Irish government purchased a 53 million euro luxury business jet but opted out of a critical safety system because it is manufactured by an Israeli company. This decision limits the aircraft's landing capabilities in poor visibility.

An executive jet purchased by the Irish government for 53 million euros cannot land safely in difficult weather conditions because Dublin insisted on removing systems with Israeli technology produced by Elbit, as part of the boycott of Israel.

Nvidia's expansion in northern Israel has renewed interest in building a hotel in Yokneam. However, a previous attempt by developer Li Marshall to build a hotel complex failed, leaving the company with 50 million shekels in debt.