Document Type : Research Paper
Abstract
The Abraham Accords, signed on September 15, 2020, between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, mark a significant shift in normalization efforts between Arab countries and Israel.
Aim: This study aims to analyze the political and economic discourse surrounding these agreements. So, the Main Question is What principles govern the naturalization model in the Abraham Accords? and the Sub-Question: What risks do these accords pose for the Arab world and the Palestinian issue?
Methodology: Using rational choice theory as its framework, this research critically analyzes discourses within the accords.
Findings indicate that key principles include trading peace for economic benefits, rebranding conflict parties, "gulfizing" Middle Eastern issues through increased Gulf state involvement, and promoting extensive naturalization.
Results: The accords pose several dangers:
For the Arab World: They weaken pan-Arab ideologies based on shared identity and ethnicity. They also hinder regional economic development plans by shifting focus towards bilateral agreements with Israel. Furthermore, they allow Israeli influence over demographic changes in Gulf states.
For Palestinians: The accords disconnect progress on their issue from broader Arab-Israeli relations normalization. This marginalizes Palestinian concerns by removing them from central discussions among Arab nations. Additionally, it shifts blame onto Palestinians for stalled peace talks.
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