# Serbia opens factory to assemble Israeli-made drones

https://mins.news/en/item/63165

- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-17 18:54 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/serbia-opens-factory-to-assemble-israeli-made-drones?traffic_source=rss

> Serbia has opened a factory to assemble advanced Israeli-made drones for its military and armed forces in other countries. President Aleksandar Vucic said at least three more factories would be opened with Israeli partners. Critics say Serbia’s military ties with Israel are growing significantly, while prior reports identified Elbit Systems as the likely partner.

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