Israel, Greece and Cyprus Hold First Joint Oil Spill Drill

by · Greek City Times

Israel, Greece and Cyprus have launched their first joint open-sea exercise simulating a major oil spill, strengthening cooperation between the three countries on maritime environmental protection.

The drill took place off the coast of Cyprus on Wednesday, November 11, according to Israel’s Environmental Protection Ministry.

The exercise involves coordinated maritime and aerial operations, supported by a joint command centre designed to manage the response to a large-scale oil pollution emergency.

Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman is leading Israel’s delegation.

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The exercise builds on a 2018 agreement between Israel, Greece and Cyprus to cooperate in responding to marine oil pollution incidents. The agreement provides for mutual assistance, information sharing and joint exercises.

The drill marks the first time the three countries have conducted a joint open-sea exercise of this kind, putting their cooperation arrangements into practice.

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