The Thinking Muslim

The Abraham Accords and the Arab Street with Dr. Tareq Al-Suwaidan (Archive)

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May 6, 2025
In this insightful conversation, Dr. Tareq Al-Suwaidan, a renowned Islamic speaker and CEO of Gulf Innovation Group, examines how the recent Abraham Accords impact the Arab street and the ongoing Palestinian cause. He discusses the strong support from ordinary Arabs for Palestine, contrasting it with their governments' normalization with Israel. Al-Suwaidan highlights the evolving dynamics of organized boycotts and the role of youth in advocating for change, showcasing their vital influence in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
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Arab Street's Support for Palestine

  • The Arab public remains strongly supportive of Palestine despite some governments normalizing relations with Israel.
  • The divide is mainly between governments and people, showing widespread popular resistance in the Arab world.
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Religious Leaders Oppose Normalization

  • No prominent religious cleric in the Arab world supports normalization with Israel.
  • Normalization views come from politicians, not religious leaders, who uphold strong opposition to Israel.
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Resistance Seen as Only Solution

  • Peace efforts over 30 years failed to achieve a Palestinian state or end oppression.
  • The only effective response accepted by Israel has been resistance and force by Palestinians.
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