The signing of the deal, the largest in the history of Israel and its defence industry, was a “historic day” for both countries.

Germany on Thursday signed a deal to acquire the Israeli-made Arrow 3 hypersonic missile system that will become a key part of Europe’s defence against air attack.

The signing of the deal, the largest in the history of Israel and its defence industry, was a “historic day” for both countries, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said at a press conference alongside his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant.