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Trump Urges Pakistan to Join Abraham Accords; Pakistan Refuses

5/30/2026

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Pakistan's ministry said its Board of Peace participation, begun in January 2026, is unrelated to the Abraham Accords, rejecting President Donald Trump's implication.
President Donald Trump urged Pakistan to sign the Abraham Accords as a condition for Iran-war settlement.
Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan's ideology differs from Israel's and its passports forbid travel to Israel.
Analysts warn joining the accords could harm Pakistan's Palestine stance, strain Iran ties, and spark unrest.

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Pakistan's ministry said its Board of Peace participation, begun in January 2026, is unrelated to the Abraham Accords, rejecting President Donald Trump's implication.
President Donald Trump urged Pakistan to sign the Abraham Accords as a condition for Iran-war settlement.
Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan's ideology differs from Israel's and its passports forbid travel to Israel.
Analysts warn joining the accords could harm Pakistan's Palestine stance, strain Iran ties, and spark unrest.