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Submarine procurement inquiry finds systematic failings

The Grunis Commission of Inquiry has released a comprehensive report highlighting deep-rooted failures in Israel's military procurement processes, particularly regarding submarine and vessel deals with German company Thyssenkrupp. The Commission found that successive governments failed to establish clear defense policies, leaving critical decisions to ad hoc measures that jeopardized national security and cost billions. The report criticized the conduct of the Navy, the National Security Committee, and the Ministry of Defense, citing manipulative practices, lack of oversight, and chaotic handling of sensitive arms sales to third parties.

The Commission also singled out Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating his actions disrupted military planning and decision-making, harming both security and foreign relations. Recommendations include establishing binding procedures for force building, greater professional oversight, and improved documentation of foreign contacts. The report calls for the creation of a permanent advisory committee to challenge defense positions and urges reforms in the Navy's organizational culture. Indictments have already been filed against several senior officials for their roles in the procurement affair, though Netanyahu is not among those charged.

Original article source: https://en.globes.co.il/en/article-submarine-procurement-inquiry-finds-systematic-failings-1001532982
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