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Greek-Israeli Air-Defense Deal Draws Source-Code Controversy

Greece has signed a deal to buy the Achilles Shield system from Israel. The arrangement has prompted controversy over Israel’s control of the system’s source code.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 8, 2026, 1:53 PM UTC.

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Control of critical defense-system software affects Greece’s operational autonomy and long-term security dependence.

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After Greece signs deal to buy Achilles Shield, Israel's control of source code sparks controversy ↗aa.com.tr · Recorded source date: Sep 8, 2026, 1:47 PM UTC
Israel Confirms Greece Will Keep Exclusive Control of 'Achilles' Shield' Source Code ↗iefimerida.gr · Recorded source date: Sep 9, 2026, 8:47 AM UTC

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