The media quoted two people familiar with the matter, who did not wish to be named, as saying that the German state of Lower Saxony intends to support the Israeli defense company Rafael to set up a production and operation base at Volkswagen's Osnabrück plant. The relevant parties are discussing various cooperation models to facilitate Rafael's entry into the factory area. The report said that Rafael plans to manufacture supporting components for Israel's “Iron Dome” missile defense system at this factory. Volkswagen and Rafael have yet to respond to media requests for comment.

The media quoted two people familiar with the matter, who did not wish to be named, as saying that the German state of Lower Saxony intends to support the Israeli defense company Rafael to set up a production and operation base at Volkswagen's Osnabrück plant. The relevant parties are discussing various cooperation models to facilitate Rafael's entry into the factory area. The report said that Rafael plans to manufacture supporting components for Israel's “Iron Dome” missile defense system at this factory. Volkswagen and Rafael have yet to respond to media requests for comment.