Israel Blocks Saudi-Led, High-Level Visit to Ramallah from Six Countries
“Israel will not cooperate with such moves aimed at harming it and its security,” an Israeli official told reporters.
Arab Foreign Ministers Meet with Witkoff on Cairo’s Gaza Plan
The Doha discussions, which reportedly included P.A. official Hussein al-Sheikh, also covered the establishment of an administrative committee to manage the coastal enclave.
Arab Leaders in Riyadh Discuss Alternatives to Trump’s Gaza Plan
The Saudi summit focused on an Egyptian proposal for the war-torn coastal enclave.
71% of Israelis Oppose ‘Palestinian’ State; 68% Support Sovereignty in Judea & Samaria
More than half of respondents would oppose a "Palestinian" state even if it were part of a Saudi-Israel peace deal.
Witkoff in Israel to Push Implementation of Hamas Ceasefire
Witkoff is expected to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials in Jerusalem.
Riyadh to Invest $600b in US, per Official Saudi Media
Israel-Saudi normalization is “more closely tethered to the U.S.-Saudi economic and defense relationship than advancement in the Palestinian track,” said Dan Diker, of Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs.
Saudis Celebrate IAF Strikes on Houthis in Yemen
"You claimed victory over the U.S. and Israel just a year ago, and now you position yourselves as victims," activist Abdul Rahman al-Otaibi said.
Saudi-Israel Normalization Unlikely Before US Elections
Riyadh is also waiting for a ceasefire in Gaza before potentially signing on to the Abraham Accords.
Israel Issues Warning on Arab Nations Connected to Terrorist Financing
The list includes the “Council of the United Arab Emirates,” and the members of the Gulf States Council, also known as the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) which brings together the following six countries in the Gulf: Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar.
Gantz’s National Unity Party: No to ‘Palestinian’ State for Saudi Normalization
Israeli Minister Benny Gantz's party does, however, want an "international civilian governance mechanism for Gaza" that includes "Palestinians."
Saudi Arabia Reportedly Cracking Down on Anti-Israel Voices
The series of arrests is driven by security concerns connected to Oct. 7, according to Riyadh-based diplomats and human rights groups.
State Department: No US-Saudi Defense Pact Without Israel Normalization
“This is a package deal,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said of the components of a Saudi-Israeli agreement. “None go forward without the others.”
Khamenei Pushes Back on Israel-Saudi Normalization
“Some people think that by forcing neighboring countries to normalize their ties [with Israel] the problem will be solved. They are wrong,” said the Iranian leader.
Iran’s Appearance of Power a ‘Mirage’ After Failed Attack, Says Saudi Analyst
“In the Arab world and in Iran, we’re hearing words of ridicule for the poor capability of Iran’s missiles,” a prominent Saudi commentator said.
Saudis say Iran Instigated Gaza War to Sabotage Israel Normalization
“Iran is a nation that endorses terrorism, and the world should have curtailed it much earlier," a member of the royal family told Hebrew media.
Saudis, Emiratis Shared Intel about Iranian Attack with US, Israel
The Arab states were initially hesitant to share the information, fearing Iranian reprisal, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Efforts for Saudi-Israel Normalization Continue
Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer is scheduled to meet the Saudi ambassador to Washington in pursuit of an historic agreement.
US Working on Grand Regional Deal to Create ‘Palestinian’ State and End Israel-Hamas War
The plan also envisions normalization between Israel and the Arab world, the release of captives and a new regime in Gaza.
Netanyahu Rejects Palestinian State as Pathway to Saudi Normalization
The Israeli prime minister reportedly dismissed the proposal, brought to him by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Israel and Saudi Arabia Want Peace, But Differ How to Get There
Achieving any shared vision, however, will be complicated.
UAE-Israel Land Corridor Expanding to Egypt
Use of the route has grown exponentially in the wake of the Houthi attacks on commercial vessels.
UAE-Israel Land Corridor Operating Despite War
Thanks to the Houthis attacking ships, the land-route has become very popular.
Normalization ‘Remains on the Table,’ Saudi Minister Says
Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih also announced that Riyadh will host three summits on the Hamas war.
Blinken to Visit Israel, Saudi Arabia Amid Normalization Push
Blinken's trip will include a visit to Ramallah in the Palestinian Authority.
Israeli, Saudi Sources: US Obsession with ‘Palestinians’ Harming Normalization
The Saudis are not pressuring Israel to make hefty concessions to the Palestinian Authority.
Saudis Want US Defense Pact, Prioritize US & Israel Alliances over Concessions to Palestinian...
The Saudi want peace with Israel and a defense treaty with the US, that's all they care about.
High-Level Saudi Delegation Arrives in Ramallah, Will ‘Work to Establish Palestinian State’
Saudi aid to the Palestinian Authority dropped from $174 million a year in 2019 to zero in 2021.
Netanyahu Directs Nuclear Experts to Find Saudis a Path to Enrich Uranium
Israeli officials are "quietly working" with the White House to develop a "US-run, uranium-enrichment operation" in the kingdom.
Israel, US Deny Saudi Arabia Suspended Normalization Talks
Riyadh reportedly asked Washington to freeze negotiations over the Netanyahu government's stance on concessions to the Palestinian Authority.
Blinken: Israel-Saudi Deal ‘Cannot be a Substitute’ for Two-State Solution
he top U.S. diplomat said that for Riyadh, too, progress on the "Palestinian" issue was necessary for the normalization process to move forward.