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UAE and Israel Deepen Security Cooperation Amid Rising Regional Threats
Growing security threats and shared intelligence goals accelerate defense and economic cooperation between the UAE and Israel.
High-level cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Israel is intensifying as regional security threats drive a closer alignment of intelligence and military interests. Defense analysts point to shared concerns regarding regional stability and non-state actors as the primary catalyst for this deepened bilateral relationship, which has expanded since the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020. Security and Intelligence Coordination The partnership now encompasses frequent high-level exchanges between defense officials and a growing volume of trade in the technology sector. In 2023, bilateral trade reached approximately $3 billion, with a significant portion allocated to cybersecurity and surveillance technologies. Sources indicate that both nations are increasingly synchronizing their efforts to counter threats from regional proxies and sophisticated drone technology. Intelligence sharing has moved beyond formal diplomatic channels into operational collaboration. This includes the monitoring of maritime corridors in the Red Sea and the Gulf, where recent disruptions to global shipping have prompted a more robust, joint response strategy. The integration of advanced…