Archive · 18 Jul 2025
MBDA Supplying Bomb Parts Used in Gaza Airstrikes: Report
A European company called MBDA makes parts for bombs that are used in airstrikes in Gaza.
These bombs, which are made by Boeing and sent to Israel with help from the U.S., have caused civilian deaths, including children.
MBDA's parts are the "wings" that help the bombs fly to their targets.
Even though the UK has paused some arms shipments to Israel, MBDA can still supply Boeing from its US factory.
Some people are upset because they believe MBDA is making money from the conflict and want to stop it.
MBDA, a European missile manufacturer, is reportedly supplying bomb components used in Gaza airstrikes.
The components are "wings" for the GBU-39 Small Diameter Bomb, made by Boeing and used by Israel.
The bombs are shipped to Israel under the US military aid program, with thousands shipped since October 2023.
The Guardian investigation cites 24 verified cases of GBU-39 use resulting in civilian deaths.
Campaigners argue that MBDA is profiting from the arming of Israel, calling for sanctions and investment bans.
- Who
- MBDA, Boeing, Israel, and Palestinian civilians.
- What
- MBDA is supplying components for bombs used in Gaza airstrikes.
- When
- Since October 7, 2023.
- Where
- Gaza, Alabama (US), and UK.
- Why
- Campaigners argue that MBDA is profiting from the arming of Israel, with bombs used in attacks resulting in civilian deaths.
Campaigners
MBDA
Complicity in the Arming of Israel
Campaigners
MBDA is profiting from the arming of Israel, contributing to civilian deaths.
MBDA
MBDA complies with all relevant laws and export control regimes.
- Company
- MBDA
- Product
- GBU-39 Small Diameter Bomb wings
- Customer
- Boeing, Israel
- Location of MBDA Factory
- Alabama, US
- Incidents
- 24 verified cases of GBU-39 use resulting in civilian deaths
- Shareholders
- BAE Systems, Airbus, Leonardo