Can the Abraham Accords Be This Century’s Magna Carta?
The signing of the Abraham Accords marked a major step toward regional and global peace, yet a single unified agreement encompassing all parties does not exist. This absence reveals significant gaps that still require attention.
Historical Context
The Magna Carta, sealed in 1215 by the King of England, curtailed royal power and laid the foundation for modern European thought on human rights and constitutional law. Its influence fostered the expectation that all participants in any treaty or accord fully understand and respect the terms agreed upon.
Modern Legal Parallels and Contrasts
Comparing Western international conventions with Islamic law exposes key philosophical and legal contradictions. These differences complicate the establishment of universally binding principles within the Abraham Accords framework.
Current Developments
Following the Gaza ceasefire, there has been renewed momentum to expand the Abraham Accords to include additional Arab states. As of November 7, Kazakhstan has joined the initiative, with acknowledgments directed toward the U.S. Trump Administration and the Israeli government for their diplomatic and security efforts.
Need for Comprehensive Review
The diversity in the form and content of existing agreements underscores the necessity of a comprehensive review. Some versions are brief one-page declarations, others span four pages, and some remain unsigned by all relevant parties.
Michel Calvo in the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs (August 5, 2025) noted: “Will more countries reconsider their core beliefs and sign the Abraham Accords?”
Summary
The Abraham Accords symbolize progress but remain fragmented; their varied forms call for unification to achieve the consistency and durability that define lasting international agreements.
Author’s summary: The Abraham Accords mark a leap for peace but need harmonization to gain the historical strength of the Magna Carta.
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