The proposed sale of over a hundred Merkava main battle tanks from Israel to Cyprus signifies a growing partnership between the two nations, enhancing their military capabilities and aligning their interests in the Eastern Mediterranean region. With a potential Merkava purchase, Cyprus has a chance to reinvigorate its stagnant defensive posture and national guard finally. Israel's growing partnership with Cyprus in the diplomatic, energy, technology, and military sectors has put the island nation on the path of self-sustainment that Nicosia has struggled with since its independence from t...