Egypt has deployed fighter jets to the United Arab Emirates as the ongoing conflict with Iran reshapes military alliances across the Arab world, according to the Financial Times.
The deployment comes after Abu Dhabi voiced frustration that regional allies were not doing enough to help defend against Iranian attacks. The UAE has been on the front lines of tensions with Tehran, particularly in the Gulf, and has increasingly called for a unified Arab defence posture.
Egypt’s decision to send military assets to the UAE marks a significant development in intra-Arab security cooperation, signaling that Cairo views the Iranian threat as a broader regional concern rather than a Gulf-specific problem.
The move could further complicate the already delicate diplomacy surrounding the Iran conflict, as Western powers push for a negotiated settlement while Arab states prepare for potential escalation.
Source: Financial Times
