“Today is a truly historic occasion. A moment of hope and opportunity for all the peoples of the Middle East and in particular for the millions in our younger generations,” say Abdullatif bin Rashid.
It’s a “historic step on the road for genuine and lasting peace” across the region.
“For too long, the Middle East has been set back by conflict and mistrust, causing untold destruction” and thwarting hopes of the region’s “youngest and brightest.”
“Now I am convinced we can change that,” he says.
Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid addresses the Abraham Accords ceremony, September 15, 2020 (White House screenshot)
He thanks Bahrain’s king, “for this vision of peace for the region” based on “understanding and trust” between nations.
And he congratulates the UAE for its own accord.
“We welcome and appreciate this step,” he tells Netanyahu.
“In particular I want to express my deep appreciation to President Donald Trump and his administration,” he says to loud applause.
“Your efforts…made peace a reality,” he adds.
— with Jacob Magid
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