Six years after signing, Abraham Accords reportedly strengthened tensions rather than peace, according to historian

Six years after their signing, the Abraham Accords are the subject of renewed critical analysis. In a column published by "Le Monde" on September 13, 2026, historian Jean-Pierre Filiu argues that these accords, far from enabling a broad normalization of Israeli-Arab relations, have contributed to deepening divisions in the Middle East.

Signed in September 2020 under U.S. auspices, the Abraham Accords established diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan. At the time, they were presented as a major breakthrough toward regional peace.

According to Jean-Pierre Filiu's analysis as reported by "Le Monde," this diplomatic framework has not delivered the expected stabilizing effects. The historian emphasizes that, six years after their adoption, these accords would have instead encouraged conflict dynamics rather than the peace process initially announced.

The column, published in "Le Monde"'s "A Nearby East" section, is part of a broader debate over the geopolitical consequences of these normalization accords, whose assessment continues to divide Middle East observers and analysts.

"Le Monde" notes that this analysis reflects the historian's viewpoint, expressed as part of his regular column dedicated to Middle East issues.