America describes the UAE-Israel agreement a diplomatic explosion

America describes the UAE-Israel agreement a diplomatic explosion

Aug 15 2020

ARK News… The US State Department described Thursday, which witnessed the announcement of the tripartite agreement that leads to a peace treaty between the UAE, Israel, and the United States as a "historic day," adding that the agreement represents a diplomatic breakthrough for the region in general.

He continued, "America has long supported establishing relations between Israel and the Arab countries because that will pave the way for prosperity, job creation, and stimulating economic growth."

He added, "Establishing relations is very important in improving the current situation. We should not remain stranded in the past, we must look to the future."

And on stopping Israel's annexation of the Palestinian lands, James explained: "We have confidence in Israel. You will not take any step until after consulting with America. Washington will exert its efforts to make this matter successful."

He concluded his speech by saying, "We encourage other countries to follow the example of the Emirates because establishing relations will lead to a change in the region for the better and will contribute to bridging positions on the conflict."

On Thursday evening, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, said that an agreement had been reached, in a phone call, with US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, to stop Israel's annexation of the Palestinian territories.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Trump, and Netanyahu agreed to initiate full bilateral relations between Israel and the UAE.

A joint statement between the United States, Israel, and the UAE stated that this historic diplomatic achievement would enhance peace in the Middle East region.

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