United Arab Emirates Lifts Ban On Israel

The UAE has ended its boycott of Israel, allowing Israeli businesses to operate in the UAE and goods to be exchanged. This decision overturns a 1972 law and reflects a shift in Middle Eastern attitudes towards Israel, historically linked to Palestinian statehood. The change follows diplomatic efforts by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and is seen as a foreign policy success for President Donald Trump ahead of the 2020 election.

What significant change did the UAE announce regarding Israel?

• They signed a peace treaty with Israel.

• They imposed new sanctions on Israel.

• They ended the boycott of Israel.

• They declared war on Israel.

What was the original purpose of the 1972 law enacted by the UAE?

• To support Israel's economy.

• To boycott Israel until Palestinians had a state.

• To establish diplomatic relations with Israel.

• To promote trade with Israel.

Which U.S. official visited the UAE to encourage further deals?

• President Donald Trump

• Vice President Mike Pence

• Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

• Defense Secretary Mark Esper

What was one of the outcomes of the UAE's policy change for the U.S.?

• A setback in foreign policy

• A diplomatic success for President Trump

• An increase in military tensions

• A new trade embargo

How did the UAE's decision impact President Trump's political standing?

• It weakened his position.

• It had no impact.

• It provided a foreign policy win.

• It led to his impeachment.