Shifting Paradigms, New Horizons:
The Abraham Accords, US–Israel Relations,
and the Future of the Middle East
Sunday - Tuesday, April 19-21, 2026
University of Cincinnati
An interdisciplinary conference of scholars, practitioners, diplomats, and officials seeking to examine the 2020 Abraham Accords as a transformative pivot in U.S.-Israel relations and Middle East affairs and diplomacy.
Sponsored by
University of Cincinnati
Center for Studies in Jewish Education and Culture, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of History,
School of Public & International Affairs, UC International, UC Office of Innovation
With the Generous Support of
Academic Engagement Network, AJC Cincinnati,
Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati, Stirling Foundation
UC Israel Initiative Advisory Board
Co-Chairs: Mr. Gary L. Greenberg & Ms. Kim Heiman
Discover the detailed event agenda and program
Sunday, April 19
Featured Dignitaries:
Minister Yossi Beilin
Ambassador Zeev Boker
Dr. Hiba Husseini
Representative Greg Landsman (OH-1)
Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr.
Monday, April 20
Featured Dignitaries:
Minister Yossi Beilin
Ambassador Zeev Boker
Dr. Hiba Husseini
Senator Rob Portman
Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr.
Prof. Saliba Sarsar
Ambassador Daniel B. Shapiro
Tuesday, April 21
Featured Dignitaries:
Minister Yossi Beilin
Ambassador Zeev Boker
Dr. Hiba Husseini
Ambassador John Rakolta, Jr.
Prof. Saliba Sarsar
Ambassador Daniel B. Shapiro