Remote sensing is usually defined as a process by which the information associated with the physical characteristics of the earth's surface can be obtained without making any physical contact. The radiations that are reflected and emitted from the features on the earth's surface are monitored at a certain distance. This technique involves the use of specialized cameras that can take images that are helpful in the study of the surface.
"Nasser's decision threatened British and French stock holdings in the Company and, as the Canal afforded Western countries access to Middle Eastern oil, also threatened to cut off Europe's oil supply." according to an article.