# Explaining the Abraham Accords: Israel-Arab normalization deals

The Abraham Accords are a series of agreements brokered by the United States in 2020 that normalized diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab nations, including the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan. These accords marked a historic shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy by sidelining the Palestinian issue as a precondition for Arab-Israeli ties. They matter because they reshaped regional alliances, boosted economic cooperation, and set a precedent for future normalization efforts.

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- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/24/what-are-the-abraham-accords-3?traffic_source=rss) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:08:49 +0000