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Pakistan Rejects Abraham Accords Amidst US Pressure for Regional Settlement

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Pakistan has refused to sign the Abraham Accords, with Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif stating that Islamabad would not support any agreement conflicting with the country's "fundamental ideologies." This decision comes after reported pressure from US President Donald Trump for several Muslim and Arab nations to join the accords as part of a broader regional settlement tied to potential deal with Iran. Asif also questioned the credibility of engagement with Israel, reiterating Pakistan's long-standing position of non-recognition.

  • US President Donald Trump urged countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain to sign the Abraham Accords.
  • Trump linked the proposed regional settlement to ongoing negotiations with Iran, stating they were "proceeding nicely."
  • Pakistan's passport policy does not recognize Israel, and its passports do not include Israel's name.
  • Asif expressed doubt about engaging with Israel, stating their word cannot be trusted.
  • Trump suggested that the arrangement could become a "Historic Event" for the Middle East.

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