Flydubai saga captures Israel’s role in a new Middle East - and its old limits
DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: From Netanyahu’s UAE visit to the emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, a dramatic week reveals the possibilities and limits of regional cooperation.
The recent flydubai saga brought the complexities of the new Middle East into sharp relief. An Israeli airline faced an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia amidst tensions with Iran, leading to a remarkable display of regional cooperation. Despite the lack of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, the passengers were safely evacuated and returned to Israel.
This incident underscored the evolving nature of the Middle East – imperfect yet functional – and highlighted the challenges and opportunities presented by the Abraham Accords. The events demonstrated that even in a region marked by conflict, there are pathways for cooperation that benefit all parties involved.
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