Middle East Diplomacy in Focus as Regional Partners Meet in New York

The Abraham Accords partners met in New York Jerusalem Post to discuss expanding regional cooperation. The meeting focused on the next stage of the accords: translating diplomatic ties into practical cooperation. However, not all news is positive as the UN human rights office added 61 companies to its database of businesses tied to Israeli settlements in the West Bank Jerusalem Post, bringing the total to 214 and drawing sharp Israeli criticism. This move has been met with opposition from Israel, which views it as an attack on its sovereignty. The protests against this decision were seen outside the Dutch Embassy to Israel, where protesters gathered wanting answers on Netanyahu’s call with Rutte on October 7 Jerusalem Post. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry said that Netanyahu had spoken with both Rutte earlier in the day and expressed full support for Israel’s right to defend itself. Meanwhile, the Maldives Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef told the UN General Assembly that Israel’s genocide “must end,” calling for an end to Israel’s occupation and settlements Middle East Monitor. He also called for accountability under international law, saying no state should be shielded by its power or political alliances. The Houthi rebels have reportedly assured the EU they have no intention of attacking European ships Middle East Eye. This move comes after President Donald Trump said the group doesn’t want to fight the US.