Trump Seeks to Expand Abraham Accords Amid Sharp Criticism of New Iran Deal

May 26, 2026 • Google News World

US President Donald Trump has made comments linking the Abraham Accords to any potential Iran deal, stating that it should be “mandatory” for more countries to join the agreements as part of a new Iran deal.

Trump’s remarks come as the US and Iran are engaged in negotiations over a new agreement. The current talks aim to address concerns about Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic missile capabilities.

In addition, Trump has expressed support for the Abraham Accords, which were signed by the US, Israel, and several Gulf states in 2020. The agreements aimed to normalize relations between these countries and reduce tensions in the region.

Separately, a recent report from CNN suggested that Trump’s latest move on Iran may be seen as a gamble or a ruse, rather than a genuine attempt to achieve a lasting peace deal. However, this assessment is not universally accepted.

Meanwhile, Reuters reported that Trump has linked the Abraham Accords to any potential Iran deal, stating that it should be “mandatory” for more countries to join the agreements as part of a new Iran deal.

The situation in the Middle East remains fluid, with ongoing tensions between the US and Iran. The US has launched self-defence strikes on southern Iran, amid efforts to reach a peace deal.

The Guardian reported that these developments have sparked concerns about the potential for escalation in the region.

Source: Google News World