Pakistan has declined former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to join the Abraham Accords and normalize relations with Israel. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif stated in an interview with Samaa TV that Islamabad should not become part of any agreement that contradicts its fundamental principles. He emphasized that Pakistan’s position on the matter is clear and that normalization with Israel is unacceptable.

Trump had earlier urged more countries to join the Abraham Accords as part of a broader peace initiative involving Iran. In a post on Truth Social, he called on all nations to sign the accords immediately, describing it as an opportunity to form a unique global alliance. He listed several countries he had spoken with about ending the war with Iran, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain.

Trump suggested that Saudi Arabia and Qatar should be the first to sign, encouraging others to follow their lead.