Gargash: UAE-Israel deal will provide more time for opportunities for peace in the Middle East
The United Arab Emirates’ Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Anwar Gargash reported on his official Twitter page on Friday that the initiative of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed to reach a peace deal with Israel, by halting the annexation of Palestinian territories, has provided more time for opportunities for peace that could be achieved through a two-state solution.
Gargash said that this was done in exchange for the normalization of ties with Israel; he added that the initiative is a realistic approach that the UAE has been fully transparent in.
On Thursday, Israel and the UAE reached a historic peace deal that will conduct to a full normalization of diplomatic relations between the two Middle Eastern nations in an agreement that Donald Trump, the President of US helped to negotiate.
Gargash also declared that the positive reactions from major countries around the world to the deal are encouraging, especially since the deal addresses the dangers of annexing Palestinian territories.
The minister reported: Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed’s courageous decision expresses a reality we desperately need. He also added: The UAE’s decision was the subject of organized and active deliberation… of our foreign police. And as always, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed was aware of all aspects and led the decision with a strategic vision that combines political realism and a bold prospect for the future.