Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar extended congratulations Tuesday to Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the Bahraini people on the kingdom’s National Day.
In a social media post, Sa’ar praised Bahrain’s role in the Abraham Accords, saying the country demonstrated courageous leadership by joining the 2020 normalization agreement. He emphasized continued cooperation between the nations based on dialogue and partnership.
On the occasion of the National Day of the Kingdom of Bahrain, I extend my warm congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and to the people of Bahrain.
— Gideon Sa'ar | גדעון סער (@gidonsaar) December 16, 2025
Bahrain’s courageous leadership in joining the Abraham Accords reflected a clear vision for peace and…
The Abraham Accords established diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab nations, including Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Despite regional tensions during 2025, none of the Abraham Accords countries has severed ties with Israel, Sa’ar noted in November.
Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani in August received the credentials of Israeli Ambassador Shmuel Revel at the ministry’s headquarters in Manama, signaling revived ties.
