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Five years on, Abraham Accords still reshape Israel’s future - editorial

The Abraham Accords matter for Israel because they represent a diplomatic, strategic, and economic leap forward, proving it can transcend isolation, forge new alliances, and shape a new Middle East.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain attend the Abraham Accords Signing Ceremony.
Israel's then-foreign minister Eli Cohen and Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani officially inaugurate the Israeli Embassy in Manama, Bahrain, September 4, 2023.

Israel risks eroding trust underpinning Abraham Accords, Bahraini analyst tells 'Post' - interview

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani, and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed wave, after an Abraham Accords signing ceremony at the White House in 2020.

Five years later, Abraham Accords may have become a cold peace, expert says

BAHRAIN’S FOREIGN Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed pose after the signing of the Abraham Accords, at the White House, September 15, 2020.

What have the Abraham Accords achieved, five years on? - opinion


US approves sale of $500m. worth of high mobility rocket launchers to Bahrain

The State Department approved the sale of four M142 HIMARS, which are produced by weapons manufacturing giant Lockheed Martin, based in Texas.

M142 HIMARS launches a rocket during an exercise in Poland; illustrative.

Bahrain's Crown Prince reaffirms commitment to Palestinian cause to Israeli envoy

Bahrain's crown prince reaffirmed the state's consistent position in backing efforts toward a resolution that upholds the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

Bahrain's Prime Minister and Crown Prince Sheikh Salman bin Hamad al-Khalifa addresses the 79th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York, US, September 24, 2024.

Mideast security expert: Are the Abraham Accords still a win-win? - interview

"If we look deeper, we must ask: Are these truly agreements that benefit both sides, or is Israel facing the danger that what it gives is not always reciprocated?”

 Washington DC, USA - September 15, 2020: Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, and Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan attend the Abraham Accords ceremony in The White House.

Israeli delegation requests meeting with Qatari, Egyptian mediators on Gaza deal

Israel is expected to present additional flexibility regarding the deployment of IDF troops during the ceasefire.

 A rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, at "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv, July 12, 2025.

Bahrain, US firms sign $17 billion in deals to deepen economic ties, news agency BNA says

The signing ceremony took place during Bahraini Prime Minister and Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa's visit to Washington.

 The Crown Prince of Bahrain, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, at 10 Downing Street, London, Britain June 19, 2025.

Iran's Aragchi denies ceasefire agreement, demands Israel end attacks to stop war

Iran to stop missile launches as ceasefire begins, Israel to cease 12 hours after • Iran targets US bases in Qatar, Iraq • Qatar helps mediated ceasefire

US President Donald Trump gestures after returning early from the G7 Leaders' Summit in Canada, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, June 17, 2025

Five countries elected to UN Security Council for 2026/27

The General Assembly on Monday elected former German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock as president of the 193-member body for its 80th session, which begins in September.

 German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock speaks during a press conference in Damascus, Syria,March 20, 2025.

Sharaa cements Syria-Bahrain ties with trip to Manama - analysis

 Bahrain is important because it is a close ally of the West, hosts a US naval base, and is also part of the Abraham Accords.

 Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa speaks during a Ministerial formation of the government of the Syrian Arab Republic, in Damascus, Syria March 29, 2025.

New Jersey governor in Bahrain: ‘I’m not a tariffs guy’

Gov. Murphy visited the Middle East to promote New Jersey and attract investments from the Gulf region.

 New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy visited various countries in the Middle East to focus on his state's economic development.

Bahrain leaves ambassador post in Israel vacant after reassignment

Bahrain's embassy in Israel is currently without an ambassador after Khaled Yousef Al-Jalahma was reassigned to a senior post in Bahrain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Bahrain's Ambassador to Israel Khaled Yousif al-Jalahama.

Trump preparing to intensify activity against Houthis once sworn in, sources say

Trump and other officials in the incoming administration are interested in increasing the activity against the Houthis, including airstrikes.

 President-elect Donald Trump (Illustrative)