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Iran Dismisses Possibility of Joining Abraham Accords, Normalizing Ties with Israel

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addresses foreign ambassadors to Iran, in Tehran on October 5, 2025. (ATTA KENARE / AFP)

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addresses foreign ambassadors to Iran, in Tehran on October 5, 2025. (ATTA KENARE / AFP)

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"Tehran's firm rejection of joining the Abraham Accords has not deterred the White House, which is now eyeing new additions to the landmark agreement that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab states. Sources close to the Biden administration reveal plans to expand the accords, with Saudi Arabia and Indonesia emerging as potential new members. The development comes on the heels of a recent ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, which the White House sees as a catalyst for further diplomatic progress.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed the possibility of Tehran joining the Abraham Accords, calling it "wishful thinking." However, US President Donald Trump remains optimistic, suggesting that Iran could "get in there" and even become a member. Trump's diplomatic push has already borne fruit, with the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco establishing formal ties with Israel.
As the White House shifts its focus to expanding the accords, Saudi Arabia is seen as a prime candidate to join the group. "We passed on to the Biden administration that Saudi was ready to go if they engaged," a senior administration official revealed. With the Abraham Accords poised to expand, the Middle East is bracing for a new era of diplomatic engagement, one that promises to reshape the regional landscape and redefine the boundaries of Arab-Israeli relations. But what does the future hold for this fledgling diplomatic initiative, and what's next for the players involved?
With the Abraham Accords on the cusp of expansion, one thing is clear: the stakes are high, and the potential rewards are substantial. As the world watches with bated breath, one question remains: will the Abraham Accords succeed in its ambitious bid to transform the Middle East, or will it falter under the weight of regional politics and diplomatic hurdles?",
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