United Arab Emirates' Washington embassy says it finalized $23 billion weapons agreement; Biden administration can now review its terms

White House says agreement with Jerusalem 'reflects their extraordinary courage, determination and leadership'; notes 2 nations have long taken part in US military exercises

Defense officials reportedly fear new US administration will clamp down on abuses by Saudi Arabia, Egypt and UAE, imperiling Israel's improved ties with them and strengthening Iran

F-35 deal, seen as linked to Abu Dhabi's normalization pact with Israel, would 'facilitate a dangerous arms race,' Chris Murphy says; but bid faces uphill battle

With Jewish state now establishing air links to major travel hubs of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, East Jerusalem could soon see a tourism boon after months shuttered by coronavirus

Yousef al-Otaiba tells Israeli TV weapons sale to United Arab Emirates came after Abraham Accords, not during negotiations; says Biden well-placed for talks with Iran

State Department formally notifies Congress of intention to sell 50 stealth fighters and other advanced military gear to Abu Dhabi, says it won't affect Israel's military edge

Money will be for trade, infrastructure, energy security through provision of reliable access to electricity and clean water in the region; Netanyahu: 'An investment in the future'

Ambassador to US Yousef al-Otaiba says 'genuine energy' in Emirati street in favor of agreement with Israel; states threat of annexation is what sparked talks for alternative path

TV report says Jerusalem officials believe more American arms deals with Middle East states could be in the cards