The Abraham Bridge Initiative

A social diplomacy project aimed at connecting young adults from across Abraham Accord nations to create peace through friendship and cooperation rather than through only economic interests.

Lebanon at a Crossroads: Hezbollah, Sovereignty, and the Prospect of Peace with Israel

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Asher Smith | September 2025 Lebanon has long been defined by the fault lines of its sectarian system. The 1943 National Pact, later revised by the Taif Agreement of 1989, divided political power among Christians, Sunnis, Shi’a, and Druze in an attempt to preserve balance and equality in a diverse and volatile young state (www.britannica.com/event/Lebanese-National-Pact-1943). …

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Syria, Israel, and the Narrowing Window for Normalization

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By Asher Smith | July 2025 By Wednesday evening, at least 200 people had been killed in southern Syria amid violent clashes between Druze and Bedouin militias in and around Suweyda, a historically autonomous Druze-majority city. In response, Syria’s interim government, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, deployed national military forces to contain the unrest. Within hours …

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From A Quite Alliance To A Loud War: Unpacking The First Direct Israel-Iran War

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Nacima Kerouad | June 29, 2025 After a short but intense round of fighting, Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire on 24 June, 2025, ending what became the first direct war between the two countries in history. For decades, their hostility had played out through Iran’s proxy groups, cyberattacks, and indirect clashes; this time, …

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Peace on New Terms: How the Abraham Accords Redrew Old Fault Lines

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By Ted Rosner Diplomacy in the Middle East has historically been characterized by complexity, volatility, and ideological divisions. However, the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020 marked a significant diplomatic breakthrough. Initiated under the auspices of the United States, the Accords normalized relations between Israel and four Arab states—the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, …

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Coming Soon… TABI Voices — The Penpal Initiative Thats Making Regional Peace

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TABI Voices – A Revolutionary PenPal Initiative for the Abraham Accords Generation In a region where headlines often divide, TABI Voices dares to connect. This penpal initiative is an intimate platform for young adults across Israel and Abraham Accords nations to build quiet, powerful bonds—away from politics, beyond borders, and within the human spirit—whispers of …

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The Universal Benefits of Peace: A Case Study of Europe Before and After World War II and Implications for the Middle East

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By Noam Rotstain Introduction Peace is not just the absence of war; it is the foundation for economic growth, social stability, and political cooperation. The Middle East knows well that war often leads to destruction, displacement, and long-term societal trauma, while peace creates conditions where communities can flourish and live life peacefully. A powerful example …

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Young Diplomats and the Future of the Abraham Accords

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By Yair Oded In the summer of 2020, the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East shifted dramatically. With the signing of the Abraham Accords, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain formally normalized relations with Israel, followed shortly by Morocco and Sudan. Hailed by many as a breakthrough in Arab-Israeli diplomacy, the Accords were brokered by …

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