These ships are 1000 tons lighter than the new Saar 6 ships, and as such are intended to replace the Saar 4.5 ships.
Now, Israel needs to keep producing the best leading-edge defense technology to manage the future battlefield and confront future threats.
The agreement between the Defense Ministry, Home Front Command, and Shlomi local council amounted to approximately NIS 140 million.
Jewish extremists resisted the removal, including throwing rocks at soldiers and wounding two IDF troops.
The systems are set to "upgrade the operational capabilities of the forces on the ground," the ministry stated.
Dr. Petri conveyed a message from Argentine President Dr. Javier Milei, reaffirming Argentina's strong support for Israel's right to self-defense.
There are plans to build around 1,700 safe rooms in Kiryat Shmonah alone, and around 10,000 for the entire 0-5 kilometer area.