UAE, Israel establish phone service First business deal signed since the understanding; foreign ministers of the two countries ‘agree to meet soon’. Updated 17 Aug, 2020 11:03am
Israel says it expects Bahrain and Oman to follow UAE in formalising ties “In the wake of this agreement [with the UAE] will come additional agreements," says Israel's intelligence minister. Published 16 Aug, 2020 07:15pm
UAE, Israeli companies sign 'strategic commercial agreement' on coronavirus research The companies will also cooperate on developing a testing device. Published 16 Aug, 2020 02:13pm
Israel-UAE deal could open up US weapons sales to Gulf kingdom, experts say The UAE could not previously obtain advanced American weapons due to 'qualitative military edge' restrictions. Published 15 Aug, 2020 03:27pm
Editorial: Israel-UAE deal is being hailed for stopping West Bank's annexation. But that is a blatant untruth Peace must be based on justice and fair play; otherwise such ‘peace deals’ are fig leaves for capitulation. Published 15 Aug, 2020 09:57am
Govt offers ambiguous reaction to UAE-Israel accord FO statement instead of clarifying Pakistani position leaves more questions especially with regards to normalisation with Israel. Updated 15 Aug, 2020 10:26am
Erdogan says Turkey could suspend diplomatic ties with UAE Saudi Arabia keeps quiet as Emirati minister defends move. Updated 15 Aug, 2020 01:23pm
Israel strikes at Hamas targets in Gaza over balloon attacks Attack comes hours after Israel and the United Arab Emirates agreed to normalise ties in a landmark US-brokered deal. Updated 15 Aug, 2020 11:09am
White House to host signing of UAE-Israel accord, says Trump Trump says the peace deal would “be known as the Abraham Accord”. Updated 15 Aug, 2020 11:15am
Pakistan says UAE-Israel deal could have 'far-reaching implications' Pakistan has consistently supported a two-state solution for a "just, comprehensive and lasting peace" in ME: FO. Updated 15 Aug, 2020 08:22am
Silence from Saudi Arabia as UAE hails Israel accord King Salman’s position as custodian of Islam’s holiest sites makes it harder for the kingdom to take the same step as the UAE. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 08:50pm
Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel Erdogan says he is considering downgrading Turkey’s relations with the UAE and recalling its ambassador. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:39pm
West Bank annexation still ‘on the table’, says Netanyahu Netanyahu says West Bank annexation plans have been "delayed" in agreement with Trump. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:44pm
UAE, Israel have agreed to fully normalise ties: Trump Netanyahu calls it ‘historic day’; UAE envoy terms accord ‘a win for diplomacy’ Published 14 Aug, 2020 07:15am
Israel-UAE deal draws varied international reactions as some call it 'good news', others slam it as 'shameful' Netanyahu terms the agreement the start of a “new era”, UAE calls it “a bold step” to secure a two-state solution. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:53pm
Israel, UAE reach 'historic peace agreement' As per the US-brokered deal, Israeli and UAE delegations will sign bilateral agreements on a range of subjects. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:44pm
In rare appeal to Israeli public, UAE warns against annexation Annexation would upend Israeli aspirations for improved security, economic and cultural ties with Arab world, says a UAE official. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:47pm
Second Etihad plane from UAE lands in Israel "It is the second direct flight from the UAE and it has medical aid for the Palestinians," says UAE's foreign affairs ministry. Published 10 Jun, 2020 11:55am
Trump unveils Mideast plan, hailing 'big step towards peace' Plan warmly welcomed by Israel's prime minister, who called it a “historic day” for the Jewish state. Updated 14 Aug, 2020 05:46pm
