Israel Gulf Report

Whoever said UAE is finished… We’re just getting started😎

On February 27, 2026, the Department of State authorized the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of U.S. government personnel from Mission Israel due to safety risks. In response to security incidents and without advance notice, the U.S. Embassy may further restrict or prohibit U.S. government employees and their family members from traveling to certain areas of Israel, the Old City of Jerusalem, and the West Bank. Persons may wish to consider leaving Israel while commercial flights are available. Read the full message here>> il.usembassy.gov/travel-advisor…?

Christmas passes peacefully in the Middle East jpost.com/middle-east/ar…

Guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt (DDG 80) transits the Strait of Hormuz, Dec. 5. Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the critical waterways across the Middle East.

“We mourn the loss of three Great American Patriots in Syria, two soldiers, and one Civilian Interpreter. Likewise, we pray for the three injured soldiers who, it has just been confirmed, are doing well. This was an ISIS attack against the U.S., and Syria, in a very dangerous part of Syria, that is not fully controlled by them. The President of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, is extremely angry and disturbed by this attack. There will be very serious retaliation. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”   - DONALD J. TRUMP PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Trump vows to designate Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization nypost.com/2025/11/23/us-…

Just spoke with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. We discussed President Trump's Plan and expressed our mutual commitment to work towards its success. I thanked my counterpart following the presentation of credentials by our new Ambassador to Manama, Shmuel Revel, to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain last week. 🇮🇱🇧🇭

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Honored to present my Letter of Credence to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, marking the official start of my mission as Ambassador of #Israel 🇮🇱 to the Kingdom of #Bahrain 🇧🇭

Happy Diwali to all those celebrating the festival in Dubai, across the UAE, and around the world. Wishing you a year filled with love, prosperity, and harmony.

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Today, I visited Expand North Star 2025, the world’s largest event for startups and investors, held as part of GITEX Global. We are proud of the event’s remarkable growth since 2016, with the number of participating companies rising 471% from 350 to 2,000, investors surging 700% from 150 to 1,200 and international participation expanding from 39 to 100 countries. We thank the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy team for their role in cementing Dubai’s position as a global hub for digital economy, bringing together entrepreneurs and investors from around the world. We look forward to even greater successes as Expand North Star moves with GITEX Global to Expo City Dubai in December 2026.

After Gaza’s Deal, A Momentum in the Region for More Peace Stability in Syria, Lebanon? thisisbeirut.com.lb/a1327395 via @ThisIsBeirut_

Qatar: Out of an abundance of caution we recommend American citizens shelter in place until further notice. Full alert: qa.usembassy.gov/security-alert…

BREAKING: Qatar closes airspace temporarily

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed: For the war to end, Hamas must release hostages and leave Gaza.

The Abraham Accords were not just a peace agreement. They were a paradigm shift led by the UAE. As an Emirati I am proud that my country did what others feared to even consider. We opened doors without surrendering identity. We built bridges where others built walls. While others debate the future of the region the #UAE quietly signed it into motion. That is why we lead the Middle East in peace knowledge and coexistence. 🇦🇪

UAE welcomes President Donald J. Trump 🇦🇪🇺🇸