Bahrain follows Emirates and normalizes ties with Israel
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Bahrain joined the United Arab Emirates in striking an agreement to normalize relations with Israel on Friday, a dramatic move aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East.
“Opening direct dialogue and ties between these two dynamic societies and advanced economies will continue the positive transformation of the Middle East and increase stability, security, and prosperity in the region,” the United States, Bahrain and Israel said in a joint statement.
The easing of relations with Israel comes amid a backdrop of shared fears about the threat of Iran to the region.
