Trump hails UAE-Bahrain deal with Israel, but details are thin
The one-page ‘Abraham Accords’ declaration, which Trump joined in signing, and Bahrain’s deal with Israel leave crucial questions unanswered
16 September 2020 - 20:58
Washington — The accords the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain signed with Israel on Tuesday were hailed by President Donald Trump as a “foundation for a comprehensive peace” across the Middle East and touted as a crowning achievement of his presidency.
Yet, despite all the pomp of a grand White House signing ceremony, the signed documents released hours later, while making several sweeping promises — especially between the UAE and Israel — left many crucial questions unanswered...
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