Israel and UAE reach historic peace deal

Israel and UAE reach historic peace deal   

Israel and UAE reach historic peace deal

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ereOOWgLjFs

This week marks the 28 month anniversary since the Israel and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to normalise relations in exchange for the suspension of Israeli plans to annex parts of the West Bank. The historic breakthrough was announced in a joint statement by Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed Al Nahyan, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and former U.S. President Donald Trump. They expressed hope that the "historic breakthrough will advance peace in the Middle East". Israel has had diplomatic relations with its neighbours Egypt and Jordan for decades, but until now, it has never had such a relationship with any Gulf Arab state. Israel will "focus its efforts now on expanding ties with other countries in the Arab and Muslim world".

The agreement is called the Abraham Accord. The three leaders behind it said: "This historic diplomatic breakthrough...is a testament to the bold diplomacy...vision...and courage of the UAE and Israel to chart a new path that will unlock great potential in the region." Mr Netanyahu called it a "historic day". However, he said the sovereignty of the West Bank "remains on the table". The UAE said the deal with Israel was a "win for diplomacy and the region". It added: "It is a significant advance in Arab-Israeli relations that lowers tensions and creates new energy for positive change." The Palestinian leadership called it a "betrayal" of the Palestinian cause and the equivalent of being "sold out by friends".

 

1.Vocabulary

    Paragraph 1

      1.

suspension

a.

A period of ten years.

      2.

annex

b.

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.

      3.

breakthrough

c.

Add territory or land to one's own territory by force.

      4.

expressed

d.

Things that unite or link people.

      5.

decade

e.

The temporary prevention of something from continuing or being in force or effect.

      6.

state

f.

Convey a thought or feeling in words or by gestures and conduct.

      7.

ties

g.

A nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government.

    Paragraph 2

      8.

diplomatic

h.

Plan or make a new course through something.

      9.

testament

i.

The authority of a state or country to govern itself or another state.

      10.

courage

j.

Qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness.

      11.

chart

k.

Something that serves as a sign or evidence of a specified fact, event, or quality.

      12.

potential

l.

The action of being disloyal to one's country, a group, or a person.

      13.

sovereignty

m.

Having or showing an ability to deal with people in managing international relations.

      14.

betrayal

n.

Strength in the face of pain or grief.
 


2. SYNONYM MATCH: Match the following synonyms from the article.

  1. agreed
  2. annex
  3. statement
  4. breakthrough
  5. ties
  6. courage
  7. potential
  8. sovereignty
  9. betrayal
  10. equivalent
  1. possibilities
  2. relationships
  3. parallel
  4. declaration
  5. authority
  6. take over
  7. treachery
  8. bravery
  9. consented
  10. step forward


3.Role play: What do you know about these feuds?

Role  A – Kanye West VS Taylor Swift

Role  B – Luis Figo VS Barca fans

Role  C – Britney Spears VS her father

Role  D –  Tupac VS The Notorious B.I.G.

Role E- A conflict not on the list 
.

4.Discussion - Israel-UAE Deal

  1. What images are in your mind when you hear the word 'Middle East'?
  2. What do you know about Israel?
  3. Who is this deal best for?
  4. Who are the losers in this deal?
  5. What does the normalisation mean for the region?
  6. What do you think this deal does for the West Bank's future?
  7. To what degree will this deal advance peace in the Middle East?
  8. How historic is this deal?
  9. What do you know about the UAE?
  10. What do you think of the name 'Abraham Accord'?
  11. How do you think Iran will view this deal?
  12. Why did the Palestinians call it a 'betrayal'?
  13. What advice do you have for the Palestinians?
  14. What more must happen before there is peace in the Middle East?
  15. What questions would you like to ask the leaders?

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