Decide what kind of a future they wanted for their children and for their families and for their nation itself. No one could make that choice for them they had to do that themselves today the world sees that they are choosing cooperation over conflict friendship over enmity, prosperity over poverty and hope over despair they are choosing a future in which arabs and israelis, muslims, jews and christians can live together, pray together and dream together side by side in harmony, community and peace once again, let me congratulate the people of israel, the people of the United Arab Emirates, and the people of the kingdom of bahrain. This is an incredible day for the world. A wonderful and beautiful occasion i want to thank all of the members of congress for being here senators, congressmen, congresswomen. We just appreciate it so much. Everybody wanted to be here. Its a very important day for the world. Its a very important day for peace. Before the parties sign the accords, id like to ask Prime Minister netanyahu to say a few words followed by the foreign minister of the United Arab Emirates and the foreign minister of bahrain. Thank you very much. Its a great honor thank you. Our dear friend President Trump, first lady melania trump, thank you for hosting me, my wife sarah, and our entire delegation on this historic day. I want to recognize Vice President pence, secretary pompeo, National Security adviser obrien and other cabinet members Jared Kushner, berkowitz, ambassador friedman and other members of the president s able peace team. Senators, members of congress, israeli ambassador, his emirate and bahraini counterparts, as well as all the dignitaries gathered here on this sunny day. I want to also express my gratitude for all israelis who have worked for years. Sometimes in less sunny climes to bring this day and i thank each and every one of you. Thank you. Ladies and gentlemen, mr. President , this day is a pivot of history it heralds a new dawn of peace for thousands of years, the je wish people have prayed for peace. For decades the jewish state has prayed for peace and this is why today were filled with such profound gratitude i am grateful to you, President Trump, for your decisive leadership you have unequivocally stood by israels side. You have boldly confronted the tyrants of tehran. You have proposed a realistic vision for peace between israel and the palestinians and you have successfully brokered the historic peace that we are signing today, a peace that has broad support in israel, in america, in the middle east, indeed, in the entire world im grateful to crown prince muhammad bin zayed of the united emirates and to you abdullah bin zayed. I thank you both for your wise leadership and for working with the United States and israel to expand the circle of peace i am grateful i am grateful to king hamad of bahrain and to you, abdullahtif al zayani for joining us in bringing hope to all the children of abraham. To all of israels friends in the middle east, those who are with us today and those who will join us tomorrow i say peace unto thee. Shalom and you heard from the president that he is already lining up more and more countries. This is unimaginable a few years ago. But with resolve, determination, a fresh look at the way peace is done, this is being achieved thank you, mr. President ladies and gentlemen, the people of israel well know the price of war. I know the price of war. I was wounded in battle. A fellow soldier, a very close friend of mine, died in my arms. My brother lost his life while leading his soldiers to rescue hostages held by terrorists. My parents grief over the loss of yoni was unrelieved until their dying day. And over the years, when i have come to console the families of israels Fallen Soldiers and victims of terror, i have seen that same grief countless times. And this is why i am so deeply moved to be here today for those who bear the bouwoundo war, cherish the blessings of peace. And the blessings of the peace we make today will be enormous first, because this peace will eventually expand to include other arab states and ultimately, it can end the arab israeli conflict once and for all. Second, because the great economic benefits of our partnership will be felt throughout our region and they will reach every one of our citiz citizens and third, because this is not only a peace between leaders, its a peace between peoples israelis and emeratis and bahrainis are already embracing one another. Were eager to invest in a future of partnership, prosperity and peace weve already begown cooperate on combating corona, and im sure together we can find solutions to many of the problems that afflict our region and beyond so despite the many challenges and hardships that we all face, despite all that, let us pause for a moment to appreciate this remarkable day let us rise above any political divide let us put all cynicism aside. Let us feel on this day the pulse of history for long after the pandemic is gone, the peace we make today will endure. Ladies and gentlemen, i have devoted my life to securing israels place among the nations to ensure the future of the one and only jewish state. To accomplish that goal, i work to make israel strong. Very strong. For history has taught us that strength brings security strength brings allies and ultimately, and this is something President Trump has said again and again, ultimately, strength brings peace. King david expressed this basic truth thousands of years ago in our eternal capital jerusalem. His prayer immoralized in the book of psalms in the bible echoes from our glorious past and guides us toward a Brilliant Future [ speaking Foreign Language may god give strength to his people may god bless his people with peace mr. President , distinguished guests, this week is rosh hoshawna, the jewish new year, and what a blessing we bring to this new year. A blessing of friendship, a blessing of hope, a blessing of peace. Thank you. Ladies and gentlemen, his highness, the minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates mr. President , mr. Prime minister and my friend abdul zayani let me start by conveying the best regards of the uae people and the leadership and especially of zayed, you, mr. President , and everyone gathered here today ill continue my speech in arabic and im sure there will be translations to that. [ speaking Foreign Language translator i stand here today to extend a hand of peace and receive a hand of peace. In our faith, we say, o god, you are peace and from you comes peace. The search for peace is an innate principle, yet principles are effectively realized when they are transformed into action today we already we are already witnessing a change in the heart of the middle east, a change that will send hope around the world [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language translator this initiative would not have been possible without the efforts of his excellency, President Donald Trump and his team who worked hard and sincerely for us all to reach here most notably, my counterpart, secretary of state mike pompeo and Jared Kushner, Senior Adviser to the president of the United States, and all those who are genuine about the principle of peace in the United States who have strived to realize this major achievement. Thank you. [ speaking Foreign Language translate your excellency, Prime MinisterBenjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of the state of israel, thank you for choosing peace and for halting the annexation of palestinian territories. A position that reinforces our shared will to achieve a Better Future for generations to come [ speaking Foreign Language [ speak Foreign Language ] translator ladies and gentlemen, we are witnessing today a new trend that will create a better path for the middle east. This peace accord, which is an historic achievement for the United States of america, the state of israel and the United Arab Emirates will continue to have a positive impact as we believe that its reverberations will be reflected on the entire region every option other than peace would signify destruction, poverty and human suffering. This new vision which is beginning to take shape as we meet today for the future of the region full of Youthful Energy is not a slogan that we raise for political gain as everyone looks forward to creating a more stable, prosperous and secure future [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language translator at a time when science is prevailing, the regions youth are looking forward to taking part in this great humanitarian movement. We are pleased that the United Arab Emirates will be part of the momentum towards stability and the growth of Human Potential in a new civilized approach that opens wide the doors of opportunity for those who look forward towards peace, prosperity and the future. Our societies today possess the foundation of modern Human Development such as infrastructure, a solid economy and scientific achievements that will enable them to advance the future of the middle east. [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language translator the United Arab Emirates believes the role of the United States in the middle east is positive, and this belief is evidenced by the accord that we are signing today at the white house for which you have taken the lead. And will remain a beacon in Human History for all peaceloving people around the world. And as for us, in the United Arab Emirates, this accord will enable us to continue to stand by the Palestinian People and realize their hopes for an independent state within a stable and prosperous region this accord builds upon previous agreements signed by arab nations with the state of israel the aim of all these treaties is to work towards stability and sustainable development. [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language translator in this difficult year when the world is suffering from the repercussions of the covid19 pandemic, my country, the United Arab Emirates, has reinforced its humanitarian commitments, established by our nations founding father chief zayed who told us that standing with others, regardless of the religious or ethnic affiliation is a humanitarian duty and a firm principle [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language translator during this difficult time, the United Arab Emirates, my country, was able to launch a probe to mars. The hope probe indeed represents hope that our region is capable of advancement and progress. If governments and people embrace science. After the United Arab Emirates sent the astronaut last year at the first arab astronaut to reach the International Space station and launch a Peaceful Nuclear power plant, this accord opened up prospects for a comprehensive peace in the region [ speaking Foreign Language [ speaking Foreign Language thank you, mr. President ladies and gentlemen, peace requires courage and shaping the future requires knowledge. The advancement of nations requires sincerity and persi persistence. We have come today to tell the world that this is our approach and that peace is our guiding principle. Those who begin thanks in the right way will read bright achievements with the grace of god. With grace of god, sir. Ladies and gentlemen, the minister of the Foreign Affairs of the kingdom of bahrain. Mr. President , the first lady, Prime Minister, your highness, ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon today today is a truly historic occasion. A moment of hope and opportunity for all the peoples of the middle east. And, in particular, for the millions in our younger generations. The declaration supporting peace between the kingdom of bahrain and the state of israel is an historic step on the road to genuine and lasting peace, security and prosperity across the region and for all who live there regardless of religion, sect, ethnicity, or ideology for too long, the middle east has been set back by conflict and mistrust causing untold destruction and thwarting the potential of generations of our best and brightest young people. Now i am convinced we have the opportunity to change that todays declaration was made possible by the vision, courage and commitment of his majesty who supported by supported by the people of bahrain has protected, institutionalized and enhanced bahrains centuries old spirit of coexistence and harmony. And has the wisdom to recognize that genuine cooperation is the most effective means to achieve peace and to safeguard legitimate rights. Thank you, your majesty, for this vision of peace for the region based on trust, respect and understanding between all faiths, races and nations. To our brothers in the United Arab Emirates, i congratulate you on your own momentous peace accord being signed today with israel his highness bin zayed has shown great leadership and foresight to make peace possible and secure a Brighter Future for our region for the state of israel and Prime Minister netanyahu, we welcome and appreciate these steps from you and your government recognizing that enduring peace and security is only possible through a genuine engagement that protects the rights and interests of countries and peoples in the region in particular, i want to express my deep appreciation to President Donald Trump and his administration mr. President , your statesmanship and tireless efforts have brought us here today and made peace a reality and to secretary pompeo, Senior AdviserJared Kushner and special represent atiative who e have and others, many others who have carried out their mandates with dedication and skill. Ladies and gentlemen, todays agreement is an important first step, and it is now incumbent on us to work urgently and actively to bring about the lasting peace and security our peoples deserve. A just, enduring twostate solution to the palestinian israeli conflict will be the foundation, the bedrock of such peace. We have shown today [ applause ] we have shown today that such a path is possible even realistic what was only dreamed of a few years ago is now achievable. And we can see before us a golden opportunity for peace, security and prosperity for our region let us together and with our International Partners waste no time in seizing it thank you. [ applause ] well, as we await the president , the Prime Minister netanyahu and the two Foreign Ministers to make their way for the official signing, im going to bring in Peter Alexander who is also standing by. And i have to tell you, peter, this is they spared no expense. They pulled out all the stops for this, the white house did. They are trying to make this as politically helpful to the president s cause as they possibly can on a day like this. So close to the election yeah, chuck, youre exactly right. Just seven weeks out before the election an opportunity for this president to focus not on the coronavirus, not on Climate Change but instead on foreign policy, casting himself today as a peacemaker, as a dealmaker and as a statesman beside Benjamin Netanyahu and the leaders of bahrain and the United Arab Emirates these are countries that have benefited from the Trump PresidencyBenjamin Netanyahu benefiting numerous times before his election by President Trumps intervention on multiple occasions. All right, peter. Well stand down here and watch the signing. Thank you, sir a treaty of peace, diplomatic relations and full normalization. They will each sign three copies one in english, hebrew and arabic we kindly ask that all guests remain seated for t