H.R. 2510: American-Hellenic-Israeli Eastern Mediterranean Counterterrorism and Maritime Security Partnership Act of 2025

This bill, known as the American-Hellenic-Israeli Eastern Mediterranean Counterterrorism and Maritime Security Partnership Act of 2025, aims to enhance cooperation and training regarding counterterrorism and maritime security between the United States, Israel, Greece, and the Republic of Cyprus through a framework referred to as the "3+1" structure. Below is an overview of its key components and objectives:

Purpose

The bill seeks to build upon existing security partnerships among the four countries in the areas of counterterrorism and maritime security, strengthening mutual defense capacities and collaboration.

Key Findings

• The U.S. views Israel as a critical ally in the Eastern Mediterranean.
• Israel maintains a strong partnership with the U.S., particularly in counterterrorism efforts.
• Greece is recognized as a significant NATO ally with a robust defense spending record.
• The Republic of Cyprus plays an important role in regional security and stability.
• All four nations share the goal of ensuring security in the Eastern Mediterranean from terrorism and maritime threats.

Policy Statements

Key policy goals outlined in the bill include:

• Establishing a security component within the 3+1 framework.
• Increasing strategic engagement on counterterrorism and maritime security.
• Enhancing joint exercises in counterterrorism and maritime security.
• Fostering intelligence sharing and maritime domain awareness among the four countries.

Training Programs

The bill proposes the establishment of two training programs:

• CERBERUS: A counterterrorism training program, focused on enhancing collaboration and readiness between the participating countries.
• TRIREME: A maritime security training initiative aimed at improving operational coordination in maritime security efforts.

Interparliamentary and Interexecutive Groups

The bill establishes:

• An Interparliamentary Eastern Mediterranean Security Cooperation Group to facilitate legislative discussions and collaboration on security issues.
• An Interexecutive Eastern Mediterranean Security Cooperation Group to include U.S. government officials and their counterparts from Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, focusing on executive-level security coordination.

Financial Provisions

To support these initiatives, the bill authorizes appropriations including:

• $5 million for counterterrorism training facilities in Cyprus.
• $2 million annually for support of the Cyprus Center for Land, Open-seas, and Port Security.
• Additional funds for maritime security training at the Greek Souda Naval Base.

Reporting Requirements

The Secretary of Defense is required to report on:

• The creation and implementation of training programs within specific timelines.
• Strategies for enhanced counterterrorism and maritime security cooperation.

Elimination of Limitations

The bill aims to remove certain restrictions on defense articles and support related to Cyprus, enhancing security assistance and collaboration.

Relevant Companies

• GAZP (Gazprom): Increased maritime security might affect operations related to energy supply routes in the Eastern Mediterranean.
• BA (Boeing): Potential increase in defense contracts related to improved military training and collaboration.
• LMT (Lockheed Martin): Opportunities for contracts linked to defense and maritime cooperation initiatives.