# U.S.-backed Israel-Morocco deal deepens Abraham Accords amid growing regional threats

https://mins.news/en/item/61704

- Fox News, 2026-09-16 21:39 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-backed-israel-morocco-deal-deepens-abraham-accords-amid-growing-regional-threats

> Israel and Morocco agreed to upgrade their diplomatic missions to full embassies and exchange ambassadors. They also plan to restore direct flights before the end of 2026, advance investment and tax agreements, and broaden cooperation across multiple sectors. Discussions raised whether Saudi Arabia could eventually join the Abraham Accords, as Houthi activity near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait heightens regional concerns.

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