With reference to the Abraham Accords, consider the following statements:1.It refers to the agreement reached between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE to normalise relations between them.2.The Abraham Accords was brokered by Russia.3.As per the accord, the UAE and Bahrain will establish embassies, exchange ambassadors, cooperate and work together with Israel across a range of sectors including tourism, trade, healthcare and security.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q. With reference to the Abraham Accords, consider the following statements:
1.It refers to the agreement reached between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE to normalise relations between them.
2.The Abraham Accords was brokered by Russia.
3.As per the accord, the UAE and Bahrain will establish embassies, exchange ambassadors, cooperate and work together with Israel across a range of sectors including tourism, trade, healthcare and security.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1 and 3 only

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Abraham Accords are a joint statement made between Israel, the United States and the United Arab Emirates on August 13, 2020. It also refers to the agreement reached between Israel, Bahrain and the UAE to normalise relations between them. As per the accord, the UAE and Bahrain will establish embassies, exchange ambassadors, cooperate and work together with Israel across a range of sectors including tourism, trade, healthcare and security.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The Abraham Accords was brokered by the United States.

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