Murder of Israeli Rabbi in UAE Raises Tensions and Security Concerns

The killing of Rabbi Zvi Kogan tests the resilience of the Abraham Accords and highlights regional security challenges.

Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad emissary, was killed in Dubai in an apparent terrorist attack, with Israeli authorities suspecting Iranian involvement.
The incident has raised questions about the UAE's internal security capabilities and could strain its delicate diplomatic balancing act with Iran.
The Abraham Accords face a critical test, as the murder may impact Israeli-UAE relations, including trade, tourism, and intelligence cooperation.
The UAE's Jewish community may retreat from public visibility due to heightened security concerns, reversing progress made since the Accords' signing.
Regional implications include potential hesitancy from other Arab states, like Saudi Arabia, to pursue normalization with Israel amid increased security risks.