Volkswagen considers shift to weapons production amid rising demand for Israeli Iron Dome components

Volkswagen is in advanced talks with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to repurpose its Osnabrück factory—set to close due to declining auto demand—into a production hub for components of Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system. The move aims to preserve jobs amid Europe’s growing militarization. The deal aligns with Germany’s plan to boost defense spending

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