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Dozens of American college students During the winter vacation, they visited Israel and the United Arab Emirates, where they witnessed firsthand the success of the historic Abraham Accords while the war in Israel continued.
Fox News Digital has learned that 43 undergraduate students from across the country participated in a 10-day trip to Israel and the United Arab Emirates during winter semester break through the Israel Campus Alliance’s Geller International Fellowship. Students met with business leaders, academics and political leaders to discuss and experience Middle Eastern culture and see firsthand the importance of the Abraham Accords, which was brokered under President-elect Trump’s first administration in 2020.
“In a time when there is little dialogue on American college campuses like mine, witnessing firsthand the success of the Abraham Accords with a group of college students passionate about peace and coexistence was a profound and critical reminder of what the future holds for the Middle East. It’s affordable,” Eden Yadegar, a senior at Columbia University studying the Middle East, told Fox News Digital.
“Peace, security and coexistence are not distant ideals but a reality, thanks to the United States, Israel and the UAE. The future of the Middle East is here and it is bright, and I am deeply grateful to the Israel Campus Alliance for providing me with the opportunity to participate in these important Opportunities for conversation and experience.”
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Fellows who visited the UAE and Israel as part of a Geller International Fellowship. (International Chamber of Commerce)
The Abraham Accords are a historic peace agreement brokered by the United States in 2020 between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. As part of the deal, the UAE and Bahrain recognized Israel’s sovereignty and established full diplomatic relations. This marks the first time Israel has established peace with an Arab country since the 1994 Israel-Jordan peace treaty.
“This historic diplomatic breakthrough will promote peace in the Middle East and is a testament to the bold diplomacy and vision of the three leaders, as well as the courage of the United Arab Emirates and Israel to forge a new path that will unlock the vast potential of the Middle East. ” Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE, said in a joint statement at the time. “All three countries face many common challenges and will jointly benefit from today’s historic achievement.”
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On September 13, 2020, the signing ceremony of the Abraham Accords was held at the White House. (Getty)
Students in the program meet with experts such as Israeli politician and diplomat Ruth Wasserman Lande and Middle East expert and lecturer Dan Feferman, as well as experts from the National Defense Foundation , discusses entrepreneurship and coexistence in the Middle East after the peace deal. Jonathan Conricus, senior fellow at Democracies, and Saudi YouTuber Loay Alsharef discuss diplomacy and peacebuilding under the deal.
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American college students participating in the program met with experts from Israel and the United Arab Emirates to witness the success of the Abraham Accords. (International Chamber of Commerce)
“The Geller International Fellowship highlights the commitment of the next generation of pro-Israel leaders to strengthening U.S.-Israel relations and advancing the Abraham Accords,” Jacob Baime, CEO of the Israel Campus Alliance, told Fox News Digital The potential of principles.” “Thanks to the generosity of Martin and Lauren Geller, this program provides students with a deeper understanding of Israel’s complexities and a foundation for informed advocacy. These fellows come with a renewed sense of purpose and a desire to share their experiences Commitment to Return to Campus. This scholarship reflects ICC’s ongoing work to strengthen U.S.-Israel relations and develop new leaders.”
The Israel Campus Alliance is a U.S.-based organization dedicated to Inspiring American College Students and pro-Israel university groups “view Israel as a source of pride and empower them to support Israel on campus.”
The Israel Campus Alliance works to inspire American college students and pro-Israel university groups to “view Israel as a source of pride and empower them to support Israel on campus.” (International Chamber of Commerce)
Aidan Bloomstine, a senior majoring in public policy at USC, told Fox Digital that the trip was a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” that reignited his optimism that “one day, this region will Live in peace and prosperity”.
The ICC researcher continued: “These fundamental principles were perfectly reflected during this visit. The first-hand successful experience of the UAE and Israel in diplomatic and economic cooperation shows us the path to peace in other parts of the region ”
More than 40 U.S. students traveled to Israel and the United Arab Emirates as part of the Geller International Fellowship. (International Chamber of Commerce)
Sam Heller, a senior at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, echoed Blumstein’s sentiments, calling the fellowship and trip abroad “one of the most transformative experiences.” Especially after the war breaks out in Israel in 2023which soon led to anti-Semitism and recurring anti-Israel protests on American college campuses.
“In these challenging times since the 10/7 Hamas massacre, it is both inspiring and reassuring to be surrounded by like-minded campus leaders who are deeply committed to ensuring truth prevails. This I am confident that our next generation of leaders will continue to defend Western values and steadfastly support America’s closest ally, Israel. I am deeply grateful to the ICC for the opportunity to engage experts on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and those working to resolve it. Professionals. Promote peace in the Middle East. I eagerly look forward to watching this outstanding group of young leaders evolve into this policy,” Heller said.
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Last academic year, agitators and student protesters descended on college campuses across the country to protest Israel’s war, which also included spikes Examples of anti-Semitism Jewish students have spoken out about feeling unsafe on some campuses.
American students visited the UAE and Israel over winter break to hear insights from Abraham Accords experts. (International Chamber of Commerce)
For example, protesters on the campus of Columbia University in New York City occupied the school’s Hamilton Hall, while schools such as UCLA, Harvard, and Yale worked to clear out growing student encampments with protesters demanding that their elite schools withdraw entirely from Israel. Divestment.
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The terrorist group Hamas launched a war in Israel on October 7, 2023, initially fanning the flames of anti-Semitism on campus in the form of protests, threatening graffiti and student reports that they felt as though “Our Jewish Open Season.” Campus.” As the protests intensified, Jewish students at some schools, including Columbia University, were warned to leave campus for their own safety.
On the University of Pennsylvania campus, Fox News Digital exclusively reported in May that anti-Israel activists were distributing guides instructing agitators on how to break into buildings, “escalate” protests, build weapons and even administer first aid.
In an interview with Fox Digital, sponsors of the scholarship Martin and Lauren Geller emphasized that the program supports the next generation in strengthening the principles outlined in the Abraham Accords.
Martin Geller and Lauren Geller sponsor international scholarships for U.S. students. (International Chamber of Commerce)
“The Geller International Scholarship is more than just a program, it is an educational investment in the next generation of leaders committed to strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship and the principles of the Abraham Accords. We are honored to partner with the Israel Campus Alliance, whose exceptional leadership ensures students It is our honor to support this scholarship by developing a transformative understanding of Israel’s heritage, innovation, and resilience and helping these talented individuals become leaders in the pro-Israel movement on campus and in their communities. Inspired by the impact it makes on campus and beyond,” the couple said. Martin Geller is founder and chairman of wealth management firm Geller & Company.
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Before Trump won the election Last year’s vice president, Kamala Harris, the former president and incoming president, said on the campaign trail that he planned to expand the Abraham Accords if re-elected. Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20.
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Trump said of the Abraham Accords in an interview with Saudi media: “If I win, this will be an absolute priority: getting everyone involved. This is peace in the Middle East. We need it, it’s very Important. It will happen,” Al Arabiya said in October.
