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South Korea reiterates it will not supply lethal weapons to Ukraine, noting defense exports are governed by domestic law, even as Kyiv accuses North Korea of arming Russia and deploying troops. Seoul has condemned the growing Pyongyang–Moscow alliance and provided humanitarian aid, while Ukraine appeals for air-defence support amid Russia’s intensified missile strikes.
Japan has been selected to supply Australia with up to 11 upgraded Mogami-class frigates in a deal worth up to US$6.5 billion, marking a significant step in Japan's defense exports and strengthening bilateral security ties, despite risks related to the yet-to-be-built ships, schedule delays, and construction challenges.
Israel has received approval from the US Department of State to sell its Arrow 3 missile-defense system to Germany in a $3.5 billion deal, making it Israel's largest defense export ever. The Arrow 3 system, designed to intercept ballistic missiles outside Earth's atmosphere, is a co-development between the US Missile Defense Agency and Israel Aerospace Industries. The sale comes as Germany identifies Russia as its biggest security threat and aims to address the shortage of defense systems in Western nations. The deal is expected to boost Israeli defense exports, following last year's total of $12.5 billion.