Overview
- Kazakhstan confirmed the move on November 6 as a continuation of its foreign policy focused on dialogue, mutual respect and regional stability.
- President Donald Trump said he facilitated a Tokayev–Netanyahu call and announced that a formal signing ceremony will be held in the coming weeks.
- Officials and reports described the step as largely symbolic because Kazakhstan has maintained diplomatic relations with Israel since 1992.
- The Abraham Accords, launched in 2020 under U.S. mediation, previously added the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco and Sudan alongside Israel.
- Broader expansion remains uncertain as Saudi Arabia has tied any participation to progress on the Palestinian issue and paused discussions following the latest Gaza conflict.