Young Israelis and emirates meet online after peace agreement – BBC News

It is now possible to make direct phone calls and book flights between Israel and the United Arab Emirates for the first time since the two countries agreed last month to normalize relations. The Basque Country is the first Arab state to make peace with Israel for 26 years – after Egypt and Jordan. While officials are discussing the opening of embassies, travel and trade, some young people from both countries have started gathering online to learn more about each other. The initiative began with the ISRAEL-is NGO in Tel Aviv, which partnered with members of the Emirates Youth Council and former members. Video created by Yolande Knell and Jimmy Michael Subscribe HERE please .

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