Arab states normalise political relations with Israel

The deal signed in Washington last month between Israel and two Arab states brings to four the number of Arab nations that have normalised diplomatic relations with Israel.

It was a triumph for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and for US President Donald Trump, both of whom have pushed for Middle East agreements that don’t include the Palestinians.

But what does the deal really mean in terms of Middle East politics and is it likely to lead to ongoing peace?

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