Iran Deal Unfinished; Trump Pushes for Middle East-Israel Normalization

(CNA) U.S. President Trump is pushing for the normalization of relations between Middle Eastern nations and Israel to resolve the root causes of conflict, even as negotiations with Iran to end the war remain unfinished. The diplomatic ambition has met with skepticism. Reports indicate that Trump urged leaders of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and others to join the Abraham Accords following a deal with Iran. The Abraham Accords, initiated by Trump in 2020, aim to establish formal diplomatic ties between Arab nations and Israel. However, negotiations with Iran are stalled, and experts note that regional backlash and Saudi Arabia's cautious stance make the goal difficult to achieve.