First French Military Base Opens in the Persian Gulf
The Washington Post
27-May-2009

As part of the new base arrangements, Sarkozy signed agreements with Abu Dhabi's rulers updating defense accords that date from 1975, essentially pledging France's assistance to Abu Dhabi during crises. These accords have taken on new importance as Iran, .....In an interview with local journalists, Sarkozy reiterated that it would be "unacceptable" for Iran to acquire a nuclear arsenal.

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