Middle East skepticism toward US-led diplomacy reflects broader regional disillusionment with Western geopolitical influence
Original framing: “Trump can’t sell the Abraham Accords on a Middle East that has lost trust in the US” — The Conversation - Global
Cross-culturally, the failure of the Abraham Accords reflects a broader shift in global diplomacy toward multipolarity and regionalism. Many non-Western nations are increasingly turning to alternative frameworks, such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS, to bypass Western-dominated institutions.
The failure of the Abraham Accords to gain traction in the Middle East is not a personal failure of Trump but a systemic consequence of decades of U.S. foreign policy that has eroded trust and legitimacy in the region.
This situation reflects a broader global shift toward multipolarity and regionalism, where non-Western actors are increasingly asserting their agency. Indigenous diplomatic traditions, marginalized voices, and cross-cultural perspectives offer alternative pathways to peace that are more inclusive and sustainable. To move forward, the U.S. and its allies must recognize the limitations of transactional diplomacy and embrace more holistic, culturally sensitive approaches that prioritize regional ownership and long-term trust-building.