War on the Rocks
Gaza and the Gulf
Dec 22, 2023
Middle East analysts Nick Danforth, Steven Cook, Joyce Karam, and Faysal Itani discuss how the war in Gaza impacts Israel's relations with the Gulf and American interests in the Middle East. They delve into the future of the Abraham Accords, governing post-war Gaza, the impact of the October 7th attacks on the UAE and the Abraham Accords, public opinion in the Middle East, Hamas's victory, radicalization, Saudi-Israel normalization, and the changing American view of the region.
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- The attacks by Hamas in Gaza have had a favorable outcome for Hamas, impacting Israel's relations with the Gulf and the future of the Abraham Accords.
- The US faces challenges in managing its relationships with Gulf states and Israel, with doubts arising among Gulf leaders due to the lack of a clear plan or substantive steps from the US.
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Hamas Attacks and Impact on the Abraham Accords
The October 7th attacks by Hamas were not specifically intended to disrupt Saudi-Israeli normalization, although the outcome is favorable for Hamas. The Emiratis and Bahrainis initially criticized Hamas but have become more critical of Israel due to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. However, there is no indication they want to sever ties. The attacks have been a setback for UAE's strategic goals and their hopes for normalization.
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