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Team-building exercise: America’s Middle East diplomacy

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Shifting Sands: Israel-UAE Relations

This chapter explores America's diplomatic role in facilitating a historic agreement between Israel and the UAE, signaling a noteworthy change in Middle Eastern relations. It examines key factors behind these developments, including mutual concerns over regional threats, and the complexities surrounding military negotiations. The discussion reflects on the implications for the Palestinian cause and considers how shifting political landscapes in the U.S. might influence future diplomacy.

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