UAE-Israel deal useful, but no Middle East reset

Five and a half years ago, the Abraham Accords were signed at the White House. The ceremony was full of American diplomatic celebration. But that joy hid a more realistic picture. The agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was important. It was not, however, the start of a completely new Middle East. The deal created practical ties. For example, trade and tourism increased. But it did not solve the region’s deeper political problems, such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The relationship remains useful for both nations, but calling it a "regional reset" overstates its true impact.