Secret Meeting of US, Israeli and Arab Military Chiefs in Germany Revealed
Sajid Ali | Published September 16, 2026 | 02:12 PM
US officials assured military leaders that American forces have no intention of leaving the region despite Iranian attacks on military bases, while CENTCOM confirmed the meeting.
A Highly Sensitive Gathering in Germany
A highly sensitive meeting of senior military commanders and chiefs of staff from the United States, Israel, and several Arab countries took place secretly in Germany. The gathering discussed the ongoing war with Iran and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
According to a report by Axios, two senior Israeli officials confirmed that this private military conference was hosted by Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), and remained undisclosed at both national and international levels.
Participants and Discussion Points:
The unusual meeting included:
- Admiral Brad Cooper (CENTCOM)
- Chiefs of staff from Israel, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Egypt.
During the conference, CENTCOM confirmed that senior military leaders from eight countries met to discuss opportunities and priorities for enhancing security cooperation in the Middle East.
Key Takeaways:
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American Commitment: Admiral Cooper assured the Arab and Israeli military leaders that American forces intended to stay in the region despite Iranian attacks on U.S. bases, emphasizing a special plan to secure freedom of movement through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Israel-Arab Cooperation: Israel and Saudi Arabia, with CENTCOM's assistance, are exploring ways for Israel to support Saudi military operations against the Houthis, including intelligence sharing and drone surveillance.
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Evolving Security Network: Military and defense cooperation between Israel and Arab countries has intensified since the Abraham Accords in September 2020. Israel's integration into CENTCOM has fostered an integrated security network with shared air and missile defenses alongside countries with which it lacks formal diplomatic relations.