Kazakhstan to join Abraham Accords as Trump pushes Mideast peace

Kazakhstan to Join Abraham Accords Amid US Peace Efforts

Kazakhstan announced on Thursday that it will join the Abraham Accords, an agreement primarily involving Israel and Muslim-majority nations. This move is largely symbolic and intended to support US President Donald Trump's initiative for Middle East peace.

Background of Diplomatic Relations

Unlike the original four Arab states that normalized ties with Israel during Trump's first term, Kazakhstan has maintained diplomatic relations with Israel for decades. This longstanding relationship adds a unique dimension to its participation in the accords.

Trump’s Broader Peace Strategy

As President Trump works to reinforce the fragile ceasefire in Gaza, the US is seeking broader international backing for a more comprehensive peace plan. Kazakhstan's involvement reflects a push by Washington to unite as many countries as possible behind this effort.

High-Level Meetings at the White House

The announcement coincided with Trump hosting Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, along with the leaders of Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyzstan.

Trump posted on his Truth Social platform: "I, Tokayev and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had a great call."

Kazakhstan's decision underscores the expanding geographic reach of the Abraham Accords beyond the Middle East.

Author's summary: Kazakhstan’s entry into the Abraham Accords marks a strategic, symbolic step supporting President Trump’s wider Middle East peace efforts by broadening international collaboration.

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AL-Monitor AL-Monitor — 2025-11-06

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