Greece’s security council, KYSEA, is expected to give its final approval today for the purchase of a multi-layer air defense system from Israel worth up to $4 billion, and several types of drones, two sources tell Reuters.
KYSEA gave its initial approval earlier this year and is expected to approve the procurement contracts, an official with knowledge of the deal says.
Greece wants to build a multi-layer anti-ballistic, anti-aircraft and anti-drone system, called “Achilles Shield.” Israeli radars and missiles from Rafael and IAI will form the core of the system.
“KYSEA will also approve the purchase of drones from US and Israel,” says the official.
A second official confirms the information on the defense system from Israel and the purchase of drones.
Greece currently uses US Patriot and old Russian S-300 systems to protect its airspace.
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