Macron cited reason why Israeli air defense system can’t be built in Ukraine

Photo: Emmanuel Macron, President of France (Getty Images)

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that it is impossible to build the same missile defense system for Ukraine as in Israel because this process requires significant resources and a long time, according to the Elysee Palace.

According to him, the Israeli missile defense system was developed over decades. Israel invested a lot of effort and money into it.

"It is impossible to build the same system that would meet all of Ukraine's needs," Macron added at a press conference following the EU summit in Brussels.

Macron noted that it is impossible because Europe's resources are limited.

What is known about Israel's missile defense system - Iron Dome

The Iron Dome is a mobile air defense system. Israel is the only country in the world that operates it at the national level. The system is designed to intercept and destroy short-range missiles and artillery shells.

The Iron Dome is an Israeli development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

The US is preparing to swiftly approve a new military aid package for Ukraine, including artillery and air defense assets.