A growing coalition including Britain, France, Canada, and Australia is rallying behind a United Nations initiative—dubbed the “New York Declaration”—which critics warn could unravel the Abraham Accords, the landmark Middle East peace accords brokered during the Trump administration.
This UN declaration, set for adoption on September 22, would effectively reverse core principles of the accords. It proposes contentious measures such as recognizing a Palestinian state before securing mutual recognition of Israel, endorsing a sweeping “right of return” for Palestinian refugees, and placing conditions on arms transfers to Israel—undermining its ability to defend itself.
To many observers, the shift reflects not just diplomatic disagreement, but a direct challenge from traditional U.S. allies who appear ready to undo a foreign policy achievement long considered durable.