Jerusalem, July 13: An Israeli official says Britain has revoked five licences granted to British companies to sell defense exports to Israel.
The official said the licences were revoked in connection with Israel’s recent war against Palestinian militants in Gaza although it was not known exactly what the issue was.
The licences applied to parts for Israeli Saar missile boats. The official says he does not know what equipment was at issue.
He says Britain reviewed 182 licences before deciding to revoke five.
The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to discuss the decision.
A British Embassy statement said licences are not granted where there is a risk “arms will be used for external aggression or internal repression.”
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