Israeli arms firms participate in Morocco air show for first time

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Eight Israeli arms firms, including IAI, Elbit Systems, and Rafael, are participating for the first time in the Marrakech Air Show in Morocco from October 7-10. This unprecedented presence highlights deepening military cooperation and Morocco's strategy to build defense industry sovereignty, with Israeli firms already shifting production to the kingdom.

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Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 10/08/2026 - 11:40 Elbit Systems, IAI and Rafael showcasing combat‑proven systems amid deepening military ties Spanish F16 planes perform during the 4th edition of Marrakech Air Show on 26 April 2014 (Fadel Senna/AFP) Off Eight Israeli arms manufacturers, including the three giants Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Elbit Systems and Rafael, are participating in the 2026 Marrakech Air Show for the first time, a move that underscores the rapidly intensifying militar

Israeli arms firms participate in Morocco air show for first time

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