Middle East War Delays UAE Mirage 2000-9 Transfer to Morocco

Morocco will have to wait longer before receiving the 30 Mirage 2000-9 fighter jets promised by the United Arab Emirates. The ongoing war in the Middle East between the United States, Israel, and Iran complicates an agreement that already faced diplomatic hurdles. Although the transfer was initially blocked by France, this veto was lifted in early 2024, but the current situation in the region further delays the implementation of the deal.