Wary European states pledge military aid for Cyprus and Gulf allies

PUBLISHED Thursday, March 5, 2026 · © jewel samad / afp, rfi

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⬤ European countries pledge military aid to Cyprus and Gulf allies amid growing tensions with Iran.
⬤ Concerns over US involvement in regional conflicts fuel cooperation among wary nations.
⬤ Military assistance may help stabilize the region, but risks escalation of the conflict.