Recent assessments and diplomatic signals have elevated Kuwait as the leading candidate to join the Abraham Accords before 2027. An October 2026 Council for a Secure America report ranked it first among nine Muslim-majority states, citing Emir Mishal Al-Ahmad’s strengthened authority, closer UAE and U.S. security ties, and exposure to Iranian attacks during the 2026 Iran War. An Israeli ambassador to the UAE stated in September that Kuwait could accede within four to six months. Lebanon and Syria rank next in the analysis due to ongoing diplomatic frameworks and post-Assad talks, while Saudi prospects have cooled. September 2026 multilateral meetings among existing signatories and Kazakhstan’s accession interest underscore renewed U.S.-backed expansion momentum ahead of the tight 2027 deadline.