PM to make first official visit by Israeli premier to UAE:
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Bennett’s office said he will be discussing “economic and regional issues that will contribute to prosperity, welfare and strengthening stability between the countries" during his meeting with bin Zayed. Earlier this year Lapid visited the UAE and inaugurated Israel's embassy there, a trip seen as further cementing bilateral ties.
But three years later, President Donald Trump, with strong encouragement from then-Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, withdrew from the deal, causing it to unravel. Since then, the U.S. has reimposed sanctions and Iran has stepped up its nuclear activities -- amassing a stockpile of highly enriched uranium that goes well beyond the bounds of the accord. Prominent voices in Israel, including a former defense minister and former intelligence head, are now indicating the U.S.
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