Abraham Accords

The Art of the Deal: A cautionary sequel

What was that story about King Solomon and the baby…? Ask any seven-year old. But the only ones, it seems, who learn the lessons of history, are the bad guys. Israel’s adversaries. Opinion.

Muslim writer favors Trump and Ben-Gvir's approaches

Amine Ayoub, a Muslim policy writer from Morocco, spoke with Arutz Sheva- Israel National News to speak about his support for Israel.

Director of AAPI:

'What is needed for for Saudi Arabi to be involved in Gaza?'

Director of the Abraham Accords Peace Institute (AAPI): 'The Accords survived the war because of ties between the people, and not just the leaders. Saudi and UAE have 2 demands to be involved in Gaza.'

Arab Zionist:

'Israeli narrative was omitted from our existence'

Rowan Othman, a Syrian peace activist, is primarily focused on developing a positive relationship between Middle Eastern Arabs and Jewish Israelis.

Fmr. Communication Minister:

After 70 years of conflict, we need a positive alternative

Former Communication Minister Ayoub Kara lays out his plan to make controversial subjects such as Jerusalem and Gaza no longer synonymous with negativity for the Middle East.

Senior diplomatic official:

'The goal - a regional defense alliance like NATO'

Senior diplomatic official comments on Prime Minister's Congress speech, calls for the Abraham Accords to be expanded into a regional defense alliance.

US Ambassador:

'A Palestinian state would be a defeat for Hamas'

H.E Amb. Jacob J. Lew, U.S. Ambassador to Israel, declares that the Palestinian Authority and a Palestinian state - rather than rewarding Hamas - could undermine everything it stands for.

For the Abraham Accords

Israel Heritage Foundation gives Trump an award

Rabbi David Katz, IHF executive director: The President was very excited to see us. He is very much in favor of Israel having to win the war.

Former US Middle East envoy:

'There were a few steps back in Israel Arab ties'

Arutz Sheva spoke to former special envoy Jason Greenblatt about Israel's relations with her neighbors, the day after the war, and how Palestinians feel about October 7th.

Jason Greenblatt:

'They're asking for dead people to testify, it's obscene'

Fmr. advisor to Pres. Trump discusses denial of Hamas atrocities, peace with Arab states, campus antisemitism, and more.

French Ambassador to Israel:

'France is gradually changing the way it looks at this region'

France’s new Ambassador to Israel speaks to i24NEWS: We always want to promote what is incredible in relations between France and Israel.

US State Department:

'We recommit ourselves to the goal of expanding Abraham Accords'

State Department marks 3rd anniversary of peace accords between Israel and the countries of the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.

UAE Ambassador:

'UAE can do little to stop Israel from applying sovereignty'

Ambassador to the US Yousef al-Otaiba addresses panel marking 3rd anniversary of the Abraham Accords.

Dubai religious leader meets Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu

Ahmed Obaid Al Mansoori, who founded the first Holocaust museum exhibit in the Arab world, meets Safed chief rabbi.

Young Israelis, Emiratis, Bahrainis, Moroccans meet in DC

Coation of youths from all Abraham Accords nations mark 3rd anniversary of accords, will meet senior US officials.

Economic corridor to connect countries from Israel to India

PM Netanyahu announces 'unprecedented breakthrough initiative' economic corridor connecting India, Middle East, Israel, and Europe.

Minister Eliyahu visits UAE:

'I encountered genuine respect for Judaism'

Minister of Heritage first minister from current government to visit the country.

The man behind Oslo:

'It was a public relations failure, not a disaster'

Dr. Yair Hirschfeld, among the architects of the Oslo Accords, sees them as a chance for a new opportunity for the entire Middle East.

Foreign Minister heads to Bahrain to inaugurate embassy

Minister Eli Cohen to make first visit to Abraham Accords signatory, sign several memoranda of understanding between Israel and Bahrain.

This is what Israel should offer Saudi Arabia

Rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia could have serious consequences - but perhaps there is another way. Op-ed.

Man jailed in Morocco for criticizing ties with Israel

A man who criticized the king of Morocco for normalizing ties with Israel has been jailed for challenging the king's decision.

Foreign Minister Cohen:

'Israel is closer than ever to a deal with Saudi Arabia'

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen says Israel is close to agreement with Saudis, but won't say whether it would agree to a construction freeze.

Minister Cohen's initiative:

Negev Forum will convene in Morocco in the coming months

Minister Eli Cohen meets US special envoy for the Abraham Accords, Dan Shapiro.

President Biden confirms possible Saudi-Israel accord

President Biden told donors that 'there may be progress between Israel and Saudi Arabia.'

'Israelis feel at home in Morocco'

David and Yaakov Ochayon, residents of Morocco, tell about the growing connection between Israel and Morocco.

In Israel, UAE and Bahrain:

Cycling race to celebrate Abraham Accords

"The Race for Peace", which will take place in October 2024 in the three countries, is an initiative of philanthropist Sylvan Adams.

Foreign Minister reveals:

'I'll meet reps. of countries with which we have no relations'

Minister Eli Cohen estimates that several new embassies of foreign countries will be opened in Jerusalem by the end of 2023.

Dan Shapiro named as US envoy to expand Abraham Accords

Secretary of State Blinken announces former US Ambassador to Israel to be appointed Senior Advisor for Regional Integration.

Minister Silman gifts menorah to Moroccan counterpart

Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman gifted a menorah to her Moroccan counterpart, saying 'the Menorah is the light of the world.'

Israel, UAE, and Bahrain form team to promote joint tourism

Discussions between the countries' tourism ministries to begin next week. Will include travel agents, Airline reps., and hoteliers.

House approves bill to create new Abraham Accords special envoy

The bipartisan bill was approved by a large majority of 413 to 13, with eight members not voting.

Moroccan FM:

'Abraham Accords created incredible momentum for Mideast peace'

Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita addresses American Jewish Committee Global Forum in Tel Aviv.

Secretary of State Blinken:

'We will discuss normalization during Saudi Arabia trip'

Secretary Blinken told AIPAC: 'The US has a real national security interest in promoting normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia'

Report:

Blinken considering Dan Shapiro as Abraham Accords point person

Dan Shapiro served as US ambassador to Israel under Obama and later as adviser to the US envoy for Iran.

David Friedman:

5 years on, the US embassy in Jerusalem remains the key to peace

Some say that the Abraham Accords were achieved despite moving our embassy to Jerusalem. No, they were signed because of the move. Op-ed.

Israel's UAE Ambassador:

'More countries will join the Abraham Accords'

Ambassador Amir Hayek to i24NEWS: We have great relations with the Emiratis. We are moving forward.

On Israel's Independence Day:

House approves pro-Israel resolution

House of Representatives approves resolution calling for expansion Abraham Accords and expressing support for US relations with Israel.

MK Tal:

'UAE visit shows we can change the region, world together'

Religious Zionism MK Ohad Tal concludes visit to UAE to familiarize the country with Israel's current ruling coalition.

Report:

Blinken urged Niger to normalize ties with Israel

Blinken and President Mohamed Bazoum's discussion on Israel part of US efforts to add more countries to the Abraham Accords.

First Israeli book translated into Arabic since Abraham Accords

In a tweet in Arabic, Segal wrote this is the first book to be translated into Arabic by an official publisher since the Abraham Accords.

'An unprecedented event'

Azerbaijani, Bahraini, Israeli ambassadors host Ramadan event

The ambassadors hosted US officials, diplomats, members of the media, and civil society leaders for a traditional break-fast meal.

The concerning message from UAE President's close associate

Emirati businessman Khaldoon Al Mubarak, who visited Israel, warned that "Israeli government's direction is contrary to Abraham Accords."

1st Knesset delegation since Abraham Accords travels to Bahrain

MK Danny Danon heads official delegation from Coalition and Opposition, including MK Dan Illouz, MK Yifat Sasha-Biton and MK Elazar Stern

First since Abraham Accords:

Knesset delegation travels to Bahrain

The delegation includes representatives of both the coalition and the opposition.

More peace deals on the way?

Breakthrough expected very soon with four more countries

After Ramadan, expect to see progress unless something happens to derail it.

NY reps. call for establishment of Abraham Accords special envoy

State Department envoy would work with regional and US stakeholders to expand Abraham Accords.

Mazal Tov!

Former Trump aide who helped craft Abraham Accords marries

Avi Berkowitz, aide to Trump and advisor to Jared Kushner who helped craft Abraham Accords, marries Gabrielle Posner.

Sudan on its way to joining the Abraham Accords

Israel now hopes to advance agreements with Mauritania and Indonesia as well.

Netanyahu to CNN:

'We've taken action against certain Iranian weapons development'

PM Netanyahu tells Jake Tapper: If we wait for the Palestinians, we’re not going to have peace.

Netanyahu tells Senators tighter cooperation against Iran needed

PM meets bi-partisan delegation from Abraham Accords Congressional Caucus which is visiting Israel.

Young Israeli, US, and UAE business executives gather in Dubai

Birthright initiative brings 40 promising young business executives from the US, Israel, and UAE together for leadership program in Dubai.

Amid tensions:

Israeli delegation to depart for UAE

TV report: A delegation of senior Israeli officials will depart for Abu Dhabi on Sunday to prepare next Negev Summit.

Report:

Netanyahu to visit UAE in first foreign trip

During Netanyahu's previous term in office, he participated in signing ceremony of US-brokered Abraham Accords.

Op-ed:

The so-called Saudi Plan

David Singer's Saudi Plan, whose source is an MBS confidant:, is now passe because Bibi will get MBS to join the Abraham Accords. Critique.

Report:

Netanyahu promised Saudis to refrain from annexation

Since his victory in the last elections, designated Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been in under-the-radar contact with Riyad.

US plans 'Negev Summit 2'

US official says Washington plans a meeting early in 2023 between Israel and Arab nations that recognize it.

One thousand French and Moroccan high schoolers visit Israel

High Schoolers from schools in France, Switzerland, and Morocco came to Israel to explore options for academic studies in the country.

ZOA to US government:

'Facilitate Israeli-Saudi Peace and normalization'

After designated PM Netanyahu expressed hope to work towards normalization with Saudi Arabia the ZOA is demanding the US step in to help.

Netanyahu:

'Peace with Saudi Arabia would end the Arab-Israeli conflict'

PM-designate tells Washington Examiner peace with the Saudis would lead to peace with other countries, but "it's up to the Saudis".

Former Trump aid who helped craft Abraham Accords gets engaged

Avi Berkowitz, aide to Trump and advisor to Jared Kushner who helped craft Abraham Accords, gets engaged.