Overview
- Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is slated to announce the step during a White House meeting with President Trump, according to U.S. officials.
- Trump and Tokayev are expected to include Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a call to state Kazakhstan’s intention to enter the framework.
- U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said a new country would be unveiled Thursday night, signaling an effort to restart expansion of the accords.
- Kazakhstan and Israel have maintained full diplomatic relations for more than 30 years, making the accession largely a political signal rather than a change in ties.
- The announcement coincides with a U.S.–Kazakhstan critical-minerals agreement and with a push to build momentum before Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Nov. 18 visit.