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Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have ed Israeli and U.S. forces to participate in the ongoing multinational air exercise Iniochos 2025 at the Andravida Air Base, Greece.

Newsweek has reached out to the Hellenic Air Force, the Israel Defense Force, and the governments of Qatar and the U.A.E. for comment.
The participation of these countries together highlights a significant realignment in regional military cooperation. Amid escalating Middle East conflicts—with U.S. rhetoric rising against Iran and attacks on its Houthi allies in Yemen— the exercise signals strengthening security ties between Arab states and Israel.

The United States is participating with F-16 fighters and KC-46 and KC-135 refueling aircraft. Israel has deployed a G-550 aircraft. The UAE is contributing with Mirage 2000-9 jets, and Qatar has sent F-15 fighters, according to the Hellenic Air Force (HAF).

The exercise, which runs from March 31 to April 11, 2025, includes a diverse array of air forces from allied and partner nations, including , Italy, Spain and India.

Iniochos 2025 reportedly marked Qatar's first participation in this specific exercise alongside Israel. While both nations took part in the U.S.-hosted Red Flag exercise in 2016, their military cooperation has been limited due to historical tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Qatar has so far opposed normalization with Israel, unlike those such as the UAE and Bahrain which signed the Abraham Accords.

However, its recent participation could be seen as a de facto step toward cooperation. Qatar – which hosts a significant U.S. military presence – s Palestinian factions but plays a mediating role between Israel and Hamas, alongside the U.S. and Egypt.

Israel is engaged in a prolonged military offensive against Hamas in Gaza with U.S. backing since the Islamist group attacked Israel in October 2023. Arab and Gulf states have criticized Israel over the humanitarian impact of the conflict, particularly the civilian casualties and destruction in Gaza.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Israel have previously engaged in several t military exercises, reflecting their evolving defense cooperation, especially after g the Abraham Accords in 2020.

The U.S. in March launched what it called a 'decisive' series of military strikes against Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen. The Trump istration has worked to strengthen ties with Gulf allies, seen as key partners in the Middle East, by facilitating advanced weapons sales and increasing investments in the U.S.

UAE Ministry of Defense on Instagram, Sunday, translated from Arabic: "The Air Force and Air Defense of the United Arab Emirates have arrived in Greece to participate in the "Iniochos 2025" exercise, which is being held at Andravida Air Base. The event will begin on March 31 and continue until April 11. It is worth mentioning that the "Iniochos" exercise is an annual multinational air exercise aimed at enhancing strategic partnerships, exchanging expertise, and contributing to improving combat readiness by conducting various air operations in a realistic training environment."

This growing military cooperation, despite past tensions, could lead to more formal alliances and reflect a broader shift toward rapprochement between Arab states and Israel.

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https://www.newsweek.com/arabs-israel-trump-uae-qatar-iran-aircraft-2053399

Pretty cool to see how nations like Qatar and the UAE have come to understand the indispensable role Israel plays in the region, embracing cooperation and mutual progress.

Yet, there are still those who cling to the fantasy that Hamas or Iran will somehow erase Israel from the map, a dream as old as it is impossible.
Am Yisrael Chai! The Jewish people endure, thrive, and continue to shine as a light among nations. No amount of hatred or wishful thinking can dim that truth.

This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

Asonaijaaso:
This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

Malali. Why do you keep switching s to talk trash?😂
Again,for the umpteenth time, there's no Palestine or Palestinians(fake, stolen identify/concept),neither is there a genocide. Release the hostages, surrender or get destroyed.

By the way, the Abraham Accords normalised ties with Israel, brought Gulf states tech partnerships, water projects, etc. Quit crying about it.

Who exactly turned Gaza into a rubble? Maybe don't commit massacre on October 7. Hamas, which steals international aid to build tunnels under schools, when will you also condemn them for using Arabs in gaza as human shields while their leaders siphon billions to Doha skyscrapers?

Oslo Accords offered statehood, Arafat walked away. Israel withdrew from Gaza in 2005, Palestine trash elected Hamas. Syria’s Assad butchered thousands of Arabs, where’s your “Arab unity” there?
Why do you keep ignoring the fact that Israel absorbs millions of Muslim and Arab citizens, while Palestinian(Arabs in gaza,etc) territories ethnically cleansed Jews decades ago? Talk about that.

We love the tears. Keep it on! 😄

Botragelad:
Pretty cool to see how nations like Qatar and the UAE have come to understand the indispensable role Israel plays in the region, embracing cooperation and mutual progress.

Yet, there are still those who cling to the fantasy that Hamas or Iran will somehow erase Israel from the map, a dream as old as it is impossible.
Am Yisrael Chai! The Jewish people endure, thrive, and continue to shine as a light among nations. No amount of hatred or wishful thinking can dim that truth.

the more you look the less you see

2cato:
the more you look the less you see

All I see is the destruction of Gaza, thousands of terrorists dead and Israel's strength. 🇮🇱

face your front and stop lying to yourself you this igbo boy

Botragelad:

All I see is the destruction of Gaza, thousands of terrorists dead and Israel's strength. 🇮🇱

2cato:
face your front and stop lying to yourself you this igbo boy

You're totally off topic. What does your statement have to do with the destruction of Gaza?
Not everyone is out to get you, why so defensive. Lol

By the way, what's your obsession with the bolded, because I've noticed islamists use it when I counter their propaganda trash.

K

Fvck Israel!

This isn't cheery news for Palestinians.

Wait first we still get trending news for 9ja first when we finish from kogi news then we go reason US MATTER FOR NOW

Let deal local first

Israel is the King of the Middle east. Every nation in the middle east bow down b4 her. Hamas and Iran are tossed.

Sane people like us stand wit Israel.

Northern Nigeria Muslims and overzealous Christians in the mud this is a proof that Palestine/Israeli saga is a war of political & personal interest. This guys don't give a hoot about any religion bigotry. Qatar + UAE (major stake holders in the Arab league) + Israel warming up for wiping out Iran and other terrorists

That's why those countries are progressing. They are decent Muslims. They embrace other cultures and religions. They mind their business,so they keep making fortunes by aligning with the advanced west for tech.

I think that's what Saudi is subtly doing. Iv not seen them openly criticizing Israel. Kudos to liberal Muslim countries like Qatar and UAE. They're not jihadists,even tho they sponsor some jihadists groups across sahara Africa but it's by proxy. Mk Hamas and Hezbollah dey collect dey go

Iran is the next target.

Asonaijaaso:
This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

Qatar/Saudi Arabia are peaceful, progressive and moderate muslim countries with clear intention of de-radicalization and have refused to be slaves to Islam which seek nothing but the destruction of Israel.

This is why they are enjoying their life's while the Muslim terrorists in Gaza and Nigeria will never have peace until they seek peace.

Nice.

God Bless Israel, America, Canada, UK and lastly Nigeria. 😁

Israel is the biggest terrorist state in the world right now.

All I can say is they should be careful with any alliances with Arabs and Persians. To avoid insider espionage.

Madridguy go cry us Atlantic ocean

Asonaijaaso:
This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

People closer to Gaza are making decisions, one bomboi from Kano State, Nigeria, is barking.

Salewa97:
Israel is the biggest terrorist state in the world right now.

I have nothing against a BOT following its programming.

Asonaijaaso:
This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

What appun to your moniker, Malali?

You should send this your long mail to Iran to conduct drills with Palestine. I wan check something.

Asonaijaaso:
This so-called “multinational cooperation” is nothing but a farce—another desperate attempt by the U.S. and its puppets to normalize Israel’s war crimes while the Palestinian people bleed. Qatar, which pretends to Palestinians, now flies side by side with the very regime that has turned Gaza into rubble. The UAE, already fully sold to Western interests, continues its disgraceful betrayal of Arab unity.

No amount of military drills, no backroom deals, no illusions of “rapprochement” will erase the truth: Palestine will be free. History has proven that occupying forces always fall, and no empire—no matter how many jets it flies—can suppress a people’s will forever. The tide is turning. Oppressors will face justice, and Palestine will triumph.

Keep lying to yourself. Palestinians are a mix of Arabs from many lands.

They are the most recent guests on that land. It ain't theirs in any way.

They came there from other Islamic countries at the height of the Ottoman Empire conquest and rule. The Ottoman were from today's Turkey and their reign ended when the British army conquered the Ottomans.

spiSeyi:
Northern Nigeria Muslims and overzealous Christians in the mud this is a proof that Palestine/Israeli saga is a war of political & personal interest. This guys don't give a hoot about any religion bigotry. Qatar + UAE (major stake holders in the Arab league) + Israel warming up for wiping out Iran and other terrorists

Oga, this is a religious fight from the perspective of Hamas.

Death to all head slamming terrorists!!!

Watch terrorist ers have heart attack about this news….i just wonder what kind of a world we would have should these Arabs be world power…I don’t need to wonder anymore look at the Taliban Government of Afghanistan and you will know….