Trump Links Iran Deal To Abraham Accords
US President Donald Trump has said he is unsure whether an Iran deal should go ahead unless Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates agree to join the Abraham Accords, raising the diplomatic stakes around the ongoing negotiations.
Trump Pushes Abraham Accords Expansion
Trump said Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE “owe it” to the United States to join the Abraham Accords, describing such a move as historic for the region. His remarks came as Washington continued efforts to shape a broader Middle East arrangement while also negotiating with Iran.
The Abraham Accords were first signed in 2020 to normalise ties between Israel and several Arab countries. The UAE is already part of the framework, while Saudi Arabia and Qatar have not formally normalised relations with Israel.
Iran Deal Faces New Diplomatic Condition
Trump suggested that the Iran deal may not move forward if key Gulf countries do not join the normalisation framework. He said he was not sure the agreement should be made without their participation, adding that regional countries should support the process.
The statement adds a new layer of uncertainty to talks involving Iran, especially as tensions remain high over US strikes, Iranian retaliation and security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz.
Gulf States Under Pressure Over Israel Ties
The remarks place renewed pressure on Gulf states that have maintained different positions on Israel. While the UAE has already normalised ties, Saudi Arabia has linked any future move to broader regional and Palestinian issues. Qatar, which has often played a mediator role in regional conflicts, has also not joined the accords.
Trump’s comments show that Washington is trying to connect the Iran deal with a wider push to expand Israel’s regional acceptance.
