The Eastern Mediterranean has once again moved to the center of global geopolitics. Growing military activity around Cyprus, the arrival of new naval forces in the region, rising diplomatic tensions, and the shifting strategic positions of key actors are turning the Cyprus issue into one of the most important elements of the regional security equation. Against this background, the rivalry among major powers for influence in the Eastern Mediterranean is becoming increasingly visible, as the interests of Türkiye, the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, and several Middle Eastern countries intersect there.

U.S. military policy in Syria is set for a major shift, according to America’s special envoy, as plans are underway to close several military bases and consolidate troop deployments.

India is ramping up its military presence in the Indian Ocean, building stronger partnerships not only with QUAD members—Australia, Japan, and the U.S.—but also with NATO countries. This surge in activity reflects a shift in global strategy, as nations band together to secure regional waters and counter China’s growing influence, News.Az reports.

Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin accused NATO of increasing its military presence on the eastern flank, using an alleged threat from Belarus and Russia as a pretext.