Eight advanced air defense systems will be provided to the Czech Republic and integrated into NATO's control systems.

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Israeli and Czech defense ministries signed a security agreement on Thursday to sell advanced aerospace radar systems totaling more than NIS 400 million ($ 125 million). Eight radar systems will be transferred to the agreement. "Iron Dome" multi-mission radars (MMR), developed in the Alta Division of the Aerospace Industry, Czech Republic.

Aerospace radar systems, which are a key part of Israel's multi-layered defense systems, Iron Dome and Magic Wand, will be provided to the Czech Ministry of Defense during the years 2021-2023. The systems are compatible with synchronization with NATO's defense systems. And will be incorporated, inter alia, into the control and control systems of the United States. The agreement between the countries includes the transfer of technology and knowledge from Israel to the Czech Republic and industrial cooperation, in which around 30% of radar components are manufactured in the Czech Republic in local defense industries, transport and integration of the aerospace industry.

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In a festive ceremony at the Prague Ministry of Defense, Czech Defense Minister Lubomir Matner, Czech Deputy Defense Procurement Philip Riah and the head of the "Sibet" Security Export Division in the Ministry of Defense, Brig. Gen. (res.) Yair Coles, signed the security deal for the sale of mechanical systems. Israelis to the Czech Republic. "Israel and the Czech Republic are closing in on a historic circle today," Brigadier-General (Miles) Coles said. "The Czech Republic that stood by us and provided us with weapons upon the establishment of the state acquires air defense capability from the most advanced in the world."

"The agreement signed today will further strengthen the companies and the security relationship between Israel and the Czech Republic. Further action with the Czech Republic and other NATO countries, "Brigadier General (Bile) Coles added.

Czech Defense Minister Lubomir Metner also welcomed the huge deal. "The agreement to acquire the eight radars is one of the major modernization projects of the Czech army and especially of our air defense forces," he said. "I am very pleased that when the agreement is signed we begin the process of ending dependence on outdated Russian systems and at the same time equipping a modern system with operational experience Proven, long-term strategic partner like the State of Israel. I also welcome the opportunities the agreement opens for the Czech security companies. "

"The MMR radar is based on state-of-the-art technologies and significantly improves the reliability of aerial image and situational awareness, and is able to effectively address a wide range of targets," explained Yoav Turgman, Alta's CEO and VP of aerospace. "The signing of the contract with the Czech Republic reflects the success of the radar, which is a key component of lightning-type systems, David's sling (magic wand) and an iron dome. To date, over 100 systems have been sold worldwide. The aerospace industry is proud to provide the Czech system The best radar that will advance the capabilities of the Czech Air Force and allow it to deal with a variety of air threats. "