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It's a new era for peace, progress and prosperity in the Middle East.
In just the past week:
- The U.S., Israel, the UAE and India
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agreed to establish a forum for economic cooperation.
- Israel and the UAE
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announced plans for a new bilateral agreement to collaborate on space projects, including a planned moon launch in 2024.
- Israel and India
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announced plans to sign a new free-trade agreement by mid-2022. The announcement came during a meeting in Israel between Israeli Foreign Minister Lapid and his Indian counterpart.
- American, Israeli and Emirati officials and CEOs
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appeared alongside each other at the Cybertech conference in New York.
- The UAE’s ambassador to Israel
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invited Israeli Prime Minister Bennett to Abu Dhabi for an official state visit on behalf of UAE Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The big picture: Engaging with Israel, rather than boycotting and isolating Israel, creates remarkable opportunities for peace and a brighter future.
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Urge your members of Congress to support the Israel Relations Normalization Act.
Below are more key news items from the week.
Brian Shankman
Chief Strategy Director for National Affairs
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Mounting Pressure to Sanction Chinese Purchases of Iranian Oil
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The latest: A growing number of congressional lawmakers and former administration officials have called on the Biden administration to crack down on China as it increases its purchases of Iranian oil in recent months.
- Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA)
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criticized the administration for failing to impose congressionally mandated sanctions against Chinese companies.
- Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ)
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expressed his disappointment "that the United States, and for that fact, the rest of the international community, doesn't seem to be holding China accountable for these violations."
- In an opinion article, former U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley
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called on Congress to hold China and Iran accountable for their illicit actions by placing "sanctions on Chinese entities that store Iranian oil or help operate, maintain, register or insure vessels that transport" Iranian oil.
The big picture: Chinese intransigence against U.S. sanctions have provided an important lifeline to Iran’s coffers—relieving pressure against the regime and undermining American leverage at the negotiating table.
The way forward: The administration must resume strict enforcement of sanctions and respond to China’s ongoing purchases of Iranian oil.
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U.N. Nuclear Watchdog Calls for Censure of Iran
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Iran is a comprehensive threat that requires a comprehensive solution.
The latest: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General said world powers should censure Iran for stonewalling the United Nations nuclear inspectors.
Context: This follows months of regular warnings to the IAEA Board of Governors that Iran has failed to comply with multiple formal and informal agreements with the inspectors.
The bottom line: The U.S. must continue to make clear that Iran cannot receive sanctions relief through threats and escalations.
Israel Increases Assistance to Palestinians Despite Obstruction and Terrorism
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Israel is providing significant assistance to West Bank and Gazan Palestinians despite obstruction from the Palestinian Authority (PA) and ongoing threats terrorist organizations are posing to the Jewish state.
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Enabling Qatari-provided cash to reach 100,000 Gazans beginning in September.
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Approving 31,000 work permits for West Bank Palestinians and 10,000 work permits for Gazans to enter Israel.
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Advancing $155 million to the PA in August to strengthen its governing capacity in the West Bank.
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Terror groups from Gaza launching rockets into Israel.
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Hamas officials diverting international assistance intended for civilians to facilitate their attacks.The way forward: The U.S. should help facilitate Israel's efforts by pressing Palestinian leaders to deal with endemic corruption and end their counterproductive behavior.
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AIPAC mourns the loss of Gen. Colin Powell
AIPAC mourns the passing of Gen. Colin Powell, a true patriot and statesman whose life was devoted to America’s security and values.
Colin Powell was a genuine friend of the Jewish people who understood the critical importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship.
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The mission of AIPAC is to encourage and persuade the U.S. government to enact specific policies that create a strong, enduring and mutually beneficial relationship with our ally Israel.
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