Macron cited reason why Israeli air defense system can’t be built in Ukraine
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French President Emmanuel Macron stated that it is impossible to build the same missile defense system for Ukraine as in Israel because this process requires significant resources and a long time, according to the Elysee Palace.
According to him, the Israeli missile defense system was developed over decades. Israel invested a lot of effort and money into it.
"It is impossible to build the same system that would meet all of Ukraine's needs," Macron added at a press conference following the EU summit in Brussels.
Macron noted that it is impossible because Europe's resources are limited.
What is known about Israel's missile defense system - Iron Dome
The Iron Dome is a mobile air defense system. Israel is the only country in the world that operates it at the national level. The system is designed to intercept and destroy short-range missiles and artillery shells.
The Iron Dome is an Israeli development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
The US is preparing to swiftly approve a new military aid package for Ukraine, including artillery and air defense assets.