Abraham Accords

Israel-Kazakhstan ties deepen as Herzog arrives in Astana

President Isaac Herzog meets Kazakhstan’s leader in Astana, highlighting growing ties, trade opportunities, and cooperation under the Abraham Accords.

Herzog:

Peace achievable if countries stand together against Tehran

At Ramadan Iftar, President Herzog urges expansion of Abraham Accords, backs President Trump plan and warns of emergency over Arab society violence.

The Mavi Vatan Doctrine:

Beware the Saudi-Turkish naval axis

How the Saudi-Turkish naval axis is dismantling the Abraham Accords architecture as the synergy between Saudi financial weight and Turkish expeditionary power creates a multi-theater security challenge. Analysis.

Minister Sa'ar meets with Kazakh President

The two discussed Kazakhstan's accession to the Abraham Accords, bilateral relations between the countries, and various political and regional issues.

Sa'ar In Kazakhstan:

'Now is the chance for a stable, moderate alliance'

oreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar met on Monday in Astana with Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev, where the two delivered joint statements to the press and discussed bilateral relations, regional security, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.

Herzog at Davos: Iran deserves change

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Israeli President Isaac Herzog discussed the pressing issues in the Middle East, says it 'boggles his mind' when those who attacked Israel don't come out in support of the Iranian people.

Eyeing Abraham Accords?

Report: Somaliland President plans Israel visit

Somaliland’s president plans an official visit to Israel to join the Abraham Accords and sign bilateral deals, days after Israel recognized Somaliland.

Report:

Trump-MBS meeting turned tense over Israel normalization

Axios reports that Trump’s meeting with Saudi Crown Prince turned tense over Saudi-Israel normalization, leaving Trump disappointed.

US ambassador:

'It was either Hamas or IDF in Gaza, no new peace deals with IDF'

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz said the Gaza conflict left only two options: Hamas or permanent IDF control. He stressed that long-term Israeli administration over Gaza would hinder the expansion of the Abraham Accords, the administration’s top priority.

Friendly state?

UAE echoes anti-Israel language in harsh condemnation

Despite normalization, UAE echoes adversarial rhetoric in condemning Israel’s actions in Jerusalem and Judea and Samaria, drawing closer to regional critics.

Saudis have not given up on a Palestinian state

Source in the Saudi royal family tells Israeli media that they would not normalize ties with Israel without a 'two-state solution based on the 1967 borders.'

Trump plan with Saudi Arabia threatens Israeli air superiority

The planned deal would allow Saudi Arabia to buy the F-35, which has clear implications for Israeli air superiority in the region.

What happened to Bahrain's ambassador to Israel?

Khaled Yousif al-Jalahma, Bahrain's Ambassador to Israel, was called back to his country to serve in the Foreign Ministry, raising concern about the state of Bahrain‑Israel relations.

Senator Graham:

Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Senator Lindsey Graham says Gaza's rebuilding, regional normalization, and lasting peace hinge on Hamas disarmament.

Arab Zionist to Arutz Sheva:

October 7 exposed deep antisemitism in Arab world

Syrian-born Arab Zionist Rawan Osman says October 7 exposed entrenched antisemitism in the Arab world and calls on leaders to confront Hamas and support regional peace.

Can the Abraham Accords be this century’s Magna Carta?

While the very signing of the Abraham Accords is an unprecedented step towards regional and worldwide peace, there is not one unique agreement that all parties signed onto and the glaring lacunas should be addressed.

Official:

Kazakhstan joins Abraham Accords with Israel

President Trump confirms Kazakhstan will join the Abraham Accords, says it will be the first of many in his second term. Kazakhstan says the move aligns with its policy of dialogue, respect, and regional stability.

Steve Witkoff

Next country to join the Abraham Accords to be announced tonight

US Special Envoy reveals that for the first time in 5 years, another nation will sign a peace deal with Israel.

With Saudi Amb. in attendance

Trump: Hopefully Saudi Arabia will join Abraham Accords very soon

President Trump hinted that Saudi Arabia could soon join the Abraham Accords, praising progress in normalization talks and highlighting a key meeting with Saudi officials.

Trump to host MBS as Abraham Accords expansion efforts continue

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will meet President Trump on Nov. 18 as the US pushes Riyadh to join the Abraham Accords.

‘Keep riding camels’

Smotrich apologizes for 'inappropriate' remark about Saudis

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel will reject any Saudi normalization deal conditioned on a Palestinian state, insisting that sovereignty must remain non-negotiable.

Trump:

'Israel would lose US support if it annexes Judea and Samaria'

In an interview with TIME Magazine, President Trump said any Israeli move to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria would cost it US support, while pledging continued peace efforts across the region.

Trump’s peace plan:

US Envoy highlights Syria, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia

US Ambassador Thomas Barrack outlined Trump’s next peace steps, urging Syria’s reintegration, Hezbollah’s disarmament, and noting Saudi Arabia is nearing Abraham Accords accession.

Trump predicts expansion of Abraham Accords

President Trump says Saudi Arabia and other Arab states may soon join the Abraham Accords, citing recent talks and linking Gaza peace efforts to broader regional normalization.

Deputy FM:

Turkey and Qatar hold the key to peace in Gaza

Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel delivered a speech today in Berlin at a special ELNET conference marking five years since the signing of the Abraham Accords and called for educational reform in Gaza.

Rubio

'Issues would've been more difficult without Abraham Accords'

President Isaac Herzog meets in Jerusalem with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to mark the 5th anniversary of the Abraham Accords.

Report: UAE weighing leaving Abraham Accords

United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, discussed exiting Abraham Accords, permanently nixing normalization, if Israel annexes Judea and Samaria.

Learning from Greek myth:

Israel and Sisyphus

“A man should never put himself in a place of danger, and say that a miracle will save him, lest there be no miracle…" - Yannai.

Witkoff:

'Multiple countries in negotiations to join Abraham Accords'

US envoy Steve Witkoff confirms that multiple countries are in negotiations to join the Abraham Accords. Recent reports suggest talks with Azerbaijan and Central Asian allies.

Gaza as an Abraham Accord Protectorate.

From malevolent regime to UN membership. An outline.

Trump urges Middle Eastern countries to join Abraham Accords

President Donald Trump urges all Middle Eastern countries to join the Abraham Accords, stating that with Iran’s nuclear threat “obliterated,” the path to peace in the region is through collaboration with Israel.

Report:

Trump in talks to bring Azerbaijan into Abraham Accords

The Trump administration is in talks with Azerbaijan to join the Abraham Accords, with officials also exploring regional expansion to Central Asia.

Is this the next Muslim nation to join the Abraham Accords?

A political source outlined to Arutz Sheva the growing ties between the US and a specific Muslim country and claimed the country in question has the potential to join the Abraham Accords.

Hebron emirate plan:

Pro-Israel sheikh's car torched

Hebron sheikh backing peace with Israel targeted in arson attack amid PA incitement campaign.

Israel's Demands:

'Hamas disbanded, its leaders exiled, and Gaza demilitarized'

A senior political source reviewed the meeting between Netanyahu and Trump last night and expressed high hopes for a hostage deal in the near future.

PA denounces sheiks who want peace with Israel

The Palestinian Authority has come out against the sheikhs leading an initiative to join the Abraham Accords.

Arab Affairs Analyst:

'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Senior Arab affairs correspondent Ohad Hemo denounces reports that leaders of local Arab clans in Hebron are attempting to detach their city from the rest of the Palestinian Authority.

Trump

'We'll know in 24 hours if Hamas accepts final ceasefire offer'

US President addresses attempts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, says he expects /many more countries' to join Abraham Accords.

Harley Lippman:

Netanyahu must tell Trump 'Let me win the war'

Senior foreign policy expert Harley Lippman speaks with Arutz Sheva about how Israel can ensure continued American support for the war with Hamas.

Trump: I thought Iran would join the Abraham Accords

US President Trump says more nations seek to join Abraham Accords after Iran strike, reiterates that Iran did not remove uranium from Fordow.

Netanyahu:

Door open for peace

PM says Israel’s success against Iran paves way for broadening regional peace, urges swift action alongside efforts to defeat Hamas and free hostages.

Witkoff predicts significant Abraham Accords expansion

Trump's Middle East envoy estimates "big announcements" coming soon on countries that are joining the Abraham Accords.

Poll:

Growing Syrian support for peace with Israel

Survey by Syrian research center shows deep divides on normalization, with notable support in southern provinces and among minority groups.

Trump's plans:

Azerbaijan and the Abraham Accords

What is the potential of Azerbaijan joining the Abraham Accords in the near future? Opinion.

Rubio hints:

'More Arab nations could join Abraham Accords this year'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicates that more Arab nations could normalize ties with Israel by year-end, as Washington prioritizes a historic deal with Saudi Arabia.

'We want peace with everyone'

Syrian official does not rule out joining Abraham Accords

Ali al-Rifa'ai, senior Syrian spokesman, tells Israeli media that Damascus would be open to ties with Israel following President Trump’s outreach

President Herzog:

Nothing I want more than to shake the hand of Mohammed bin Salman

In Berlin, President Herzog expresses hope for Saudi-Israeli rapprochement, citing regional peace momentum and opposition from Iran-backed forces.

Witkoff:

'Iran talks progressing, hostage deal a priority'

US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff says nuclear talks with Iran are “moving in the right direction,” expresses hope for a breakthrough on a Gaza hostage deal ahead of President Trump’s regional visit.

Trump’s first 100 days — this time, with fire”

One hundred days in, and the message is unmistakable: America is no longer managed by appeasers. It's led by a fighter. Israel is no longer isolated. It's backed by a lion. Opinion.

Trump:

'We’re going to expand the Abraham Accords'

US President hints he could be a contender for the Nobel Peace Prize due to his role in the Abraham Accords, says he plans to expand them. On negotiations with Iran, Trump suggests progress toward a peaceful resolution.

Congressman claims:

Syria wants to join Abraham Accords - under the right conditions

US Congressman Cory Mills tells Bloomberg he spoke with Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa about US sanctions, removal of chemical weapons, and the possibility of Syria joining the Abraham Accords.

INTO THE FRAY:

Azerbaijan: Augmenting the Abraham Accords

The Abraham Accords were the greatest foreign policy accomplishment of Trump’s first administration; he has made it clear that his new administration will seek to expand them- Forbes, March 8, 2025. Opinion.

Trump:

'More nations seek to join the Abraham Accords'

Trump says increasing numbers of countries are looking to join the Abraham Accords. Vance: The Biden administration did absolutely nothing with the Abraham Accords, purely out of political spite.

Prominent rabbis appeal to Trump:

'Include Azerbaijan in Abraham Accords'

Leading rabbis urge Trump to recognize Azerbaijan's decades of support for Israel by including it in the Abraham Accords and lifting Section 907 sanctions.

Azerbaijan and the expansion of the Abraham Accords

If Israel expands its public collaborations within the Muslim world to include Azerbaijan, it will strengthen Muslim sentiment towards these partnerships and enhance its image as a country that is "normalized" in the Muslim world. Op-ed.

American-Israeli diplomat Dr. Dore Gold passed away at 71

Gold served as the director of the Foreign Ministry, Israeli Ambassador to the UN, and diplomatic advisor to PM Netanyahu, and was among those who laid the foundations for the Abraham Accords.

Poll:

71% of Israelis reject establishment of a Palestinian state

A recent poll shows that Israelis are overwhelmingly against the establishment of a Palestinian state, even more than a year after the October 7th massacre.

Middle East expert:

'Formal peace with Saudis in current situation will be damaging'

Dr. David Wurmser says as long as it is dependent on the Palestinian issue, it is better that Israel and the US not work to bring the Saudis into the 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.