The Biden administration wants to downgrade the region: Here are the countries he can ignore and the ones he can’t
UAE
The US, UAE & China missions are on their way to the Red planet
The agreement was rejected by Egypt, Greece, Cyprus & UAE and was described as an illegal act that violated the sovereignty of other Mediterranean states
The US State Department and the UAE Embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to requests for comment
The blockages drew criticism from other members including Britain, the United States, European Union & India
Cyprus’ Defence Ministry said in a statement that the agreement with the UAE foresees the holding of joint military maneuvers & training programs
Despite Israel’s key role in founding the EMGF its official membership was held up due to opposition from Environmental Protection Minister
Abu Dhabi announced that it has joined the Eastern Mediterranean Gas Forum based in Cairo, as part of efforts to counter Turkey’s ambitions in the area
Both the UAE & Greece have worked more closely with Israel
In 2011 when funding for it ended the US shut down its F-22 production line & its sale to foreign militaries was banned by federal law