Abraham Accords Defense Against Terror Act

The Abraham Accords Defense Against Terror Act aims to strengthen military ties between the United States and its partners in the Middle East and North Africa. The bill proposes to grant the Secretary of State the authority to fast-track the sale, lease, or transfer of defense equipment and services to countries that have formally normalized diplomatic relations with Israel. To qualify for this expedited process, nations must also be actively participating in regional security efforts to counter threats from Iran and its affiliated groups, such as Hezbollah and the Houthis.

If enacted, the legislation would shorten the timeline for Congress to review and approve arms sales to these eligible partners, providing them with a level of preferential treatment similar to that of NATO allies. The bill also requires the Department of State to develop a comprehensive strategy to address security threats, improve military coordination between the U.S. and its regional allies, and protect critical infrastructure. Additionally, the proposal includes safeguards to ensure that these transfers do not undermine Israel's military advantage or allow sensitive American technology to be acquired by adversaries like China or Russia.