Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said today that the agreement to normalize relations between Israel and the UAE inaugurates a "new era" in relations between Israel and the Arab world.

The following are the main points of agreement:

* Full normalization of diplomatic relations

* The exchange of embassies and ambassadors

* Launching direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv

* Giving Muslims greater access to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in the Old City of Jerusalem by allowing direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Tel Aviv

* Direct investment of the Emirates in Israel

* Signing of bilateral agreements related to tourism, security, communications and technology sectors

Investments in the energy, water, healthcare, culture and environment sectors