Strengthening Partnerships

How the Gaza war brought Morocco and Israel closer

Many analysts predicted the end of the Moroccan-Israeli rapprochement, which was initiated by the 2020 tripartite agreement brokered by the United States, because of pressure from pro-Palestinian sympathizers in Rabat amid the Gaza war.

Sarah Zaaimi

January 21, 2025

To advance Saudi-Israeli relations, let the private sector lead 

Mark Donig, Tally Zingher

December 9, 2024

The benefits of Indonesia in the Abraham Accords

Daniel Samet

December 9, 2024

As the Israel-Hamas war continues, the Abraham Accords quietly turns four

The Abraham Accords have laid a foundation far beyond any one conflict for greater peace in the region.

Marcy Grossman

September 11, 2024

While wars rage on, women wage peace in the Middle East

On International Women’s Day this year, the world needs more voices echoing the resounding calls for peace and justice in the face of ongoing conflicts.

Marcy Grossman

March 7, 2024

Why Morocco will not cut ties with Israel

Will mounting pro-Palestinian sentiment pressure Moroccan leadership to reverse the December 2020 normalization agreement with Israel? The short answer is no.

Sarah Zaaimi

November 28, 2023

Saudi Arabia should consider the ‘Just Do It’ strategy for normalizing ties with Israel

Acting on one’s terms when pursuing national interests is always a better strategy. Saudi Arabia is completely capable of dealing with Israel on its own.

Richard LeBaron

May 10, 2023

What the opening of the Abrahamic Family House Synagogue in the UAE means for the Jewish community and the rest of the world

The Abrahamic Family House, a mosque, church, and synagogue all sharing a multi-faith campus in Abu Dhabi is about to make its worldwide debut, opening its doors to the general public on March 1.

Marcy Grossman

February 27, 2023

The UAE and Israel have a history of strong female leadership. Women must take substantial roles in the next phase of the Abraham Accords.

To have a sustained and enduring peace in the region after the signing of the Abraham Accords, women must also be equally included and reflected in policy-making, decision-making, and programming.

Marcy Grossman

February 7, 2023

Morocco is building bridges to connect its youth with its Moroccan Jewish cultural heritage. Here’s how.

Morocco’s continuation of decades-long efforts to safeguard the Moroccan Jewish heritage is integral to combating extremism and hatred and fostering interreligious dialogue.

El Mehdi Boudra

December 2, 2022