Israel Gulf Report

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[Department of State @StateDept]

SECRETARY RUBIO: We remain the world's sole global superpower, but all of this means very little if that power is not used to protect the people who built it, the people it is meant to protect.

[Israel Gulf Report @GulfIsrael]

Israel Dede defense exports at record $19 Billion, with 15 percent in the Middle East and North Africa

[Israel Foreign Ministry @IsraelMFA]

France’s decision to exclude Israel from EUROSATORY is discriminatory, political, and deeply disappointing. A country that claims to champion liberty and democracy cannot selectively bar Israel.
Once again, France has chosen politics over principle.

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[Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent @SecScottBessent]

The United States Government will not tolerate any effort to impose a tolling system in the Strait of Hormuz. Oman, in particular, should know that the U.S. Treasury will aggressively target any actors involved - directly or indirectly - in facilitating tolls for the Strait and any willing partners will be penalized. All nations should reject outright any efforts by Iran to disrupt the free flow of commerce. Tehran’s days of terrorizing the region and the world are over.

[Israel in the UAE @israelintheUAE]

Today, Israel marks two deeply connected occasions: Jerusalem Day and the memorial day for Ethiopian Jews who perished on their journey to Israel.

It is no coincidence they fall on the same day.

Jerusalem Day marks the reunification of Jerusalem in 1967, when the Old City and Judaism’s holiest sites returned to Jewish access after 19 years of division following the 1948 war. For Jews around the world, Jerusalem has always been more than a city. It is memory, prayer, identity and longing.

For the Beta Israel community of Ethiopia, that longing became a dangerous and extraordinary journey. Thousands crossed deserts on foot through Sudan, escaping war, famine and persecution, driven by a centuries-old dream of reaching Jerusalem. Many never made it.

Their story reminds us that Jerusalem was never only a geographic destination, but an idea powerful enough to carry generations across impossible distances. Today, we remember both the city reunited and those who gave their lives trying to reach it. 🇮🇱

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

This UAE visit also saw the conclusion of key agreements across vital areas such as energy, defence, infrastructure, shipping and advanced technology, giving fresh impetus to the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. In another important development, UAE announced investments worth USD 5 billion in India. This will further deepen economic ties.

[Israel Gulf Report @GulfIsrael]

Role of Gulf states in Iran conflict said to change over one week - analysis

https://t.co/6HAAjTYRjM

[ראש ממשלת ישראל @IsraeliPM_heb]

לשכת ראש הממשלה מאשרת כעת:

בעיצומו של מבצע ״שאגת הארי״, ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ביקר בחשאי באיחוד האמירויות ונפגש עם נשיא איחוד האמירויות, השייח׳ מוחמד בן זאיד.

ביקור זה הביא לפריצת דרך היסטורית ביחסים בין ישראל לאיחוד האמירויות.

[Israel in the UAE @israelintheUAE]

Prime Minister @netanyahu held a call today with the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

During the call, Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed Israel's firm condemnation of the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure in the UAE, describing them as a grave violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. Prime Minister Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel’s unwavering solidarity with the UAE and its full support for all measures taken to safeguard the nation’s security and the safety of its citizens.

As always, Israel stands in steadfast solidarity with its closest allies and remains committed to our shared pursuit of peace and security.
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[Barak Ravid @BarakRavid]

Scoop: Israel sent "Iron Dome" system and troops to UAE during Iran war. My story on @axios
https://t.co/zjf6t4S4DD

[أحمد شريف العامري @AhmedSharif]

Whoever said UAE is finished…

We’re just getting started😎

[U.S. Embassy Jerusalem @usembassyjlm]

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>> https://t.co/0tvSfhwFC1?

[Israel Gulf Report @GulfIsrael]

Christmas passes peacefully in the Middle East

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[U.S. Central Command @CENTCOM]

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.

[The White House @WhiteHouse]

“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

[Karoline Leavitt @PressSec]

Trump vows to designate Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization

https://t.co/5EhvtPLRaX

[Gideon Sa'ar | גדעון סער @gidonsaar]

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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[Israel Gulf Report @GulfIsrael]

Very important

[U.S. Central Command @CENTCOM]

The U.S. Central Command opened a Civil-Military Coordination Center in Israel, Oct. 17, marking the formal establishment of a main coordination hub for Gaza assistance five days after world leaders signed a U.S.-brokered plan to permanently end the war between Israel and Hamas.

Read more: https://t.co/WlHnUfLeMo

[Israel Gulf Report @GulfIsrael]

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[The National @TheNationalNews]

President's diplomatic adviser says UAE and other nations need political clarity and security before deploying aid workers on the ground.

[Sammy Revel 🇮🇱 @SammyRevel]

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 🇧🇭