President Donald Trump has reiterated his commitment to expanding the Abraham Accords, urging regional leaders to join the diplomatic framework as negotiations with Iran advance. The former president emphasized that any agreement with Iran should include a broader push for Muslim-majority countries to normalize relations with Israel.

Regional Discussions

Trump highlighted discussions with leaders from several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain. The UAE and Bahrain were among the first to sign the accords in 2020, marking a significant shift in regional diplomacy.

In a message on Truth Social, Trump stated, “Negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are proceeding nicely! It will only be a Great Deal for all or, no Deal at all.” He further stressed the importance of simultaneous participation in the accords, naming Saudi Arabia and Qatar as key players he hopes to see join.

Potential Expansion

The Abraham Accords, originally signed during Trump’s first term, normalized relations between Israel and several countries, including the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan. Kazakhstan joined the accords in 2025. Trump’s current push aims to expand this framework, potentially incorporating Iran if a satisfactory agreement is reached.

Trump’s proposal suggests that Iran could eventually become part of the accords if Tehran agrees to terms with Washington. “If Iran signs its Agreement with me, as President of the United States of America, it would be an Honor to have them also be part of this unparalleled World Coalition,” Trump wrote.

Challenges and Responses

While Trump has directed U.S. representatives to facilitate the inclusion of more countries into the accords, challenges remain. Pakistan has already rejected the idea, and as of Monday, Israel and other countries had not publicly responded to Trump’s request. Saudi Arabia has previously linked normalization with Israel to progress toward Palestinian statehood, complicating the potential expansion.

Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey, which already have diplomatic ties with Israel, have experienced strained relations due to ongoing regional conflicts, such as the Gaza war. Despite these challenges, Trump remains optimistic about the potential for a broader coalition that could contribute to regional stability.

As talks with Iran continue, the future of the Abraham Accords and their potential expansion remains a key focus for Trump and his diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.

Original reporting: The Dallas Express — read the source article.