President Biden is pushing for a broad deal that would get Israel to approve a Palestinian nation in return for Saudi recognition of Israel. But officials need to overcome Israeli opposition.
Author: Edward Wong and Vivian Nereim
Saudi-Israel Ties Depend on Steps Toward a Palestinian State, Blinken Says
In meetings with Israeli leaders, the U.S. secretary of state held out the prospect of Saudi recognition to prod Israel to curb combat operations in Gaza and accept a path to Palestinian statehood.
How the War Will Likely Upend Biden’s Diplomacy on Saudi-Israel Normalization
Polls have shown that the majority of Saudis oppose diplomatic relations with Israel even as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seeks to normalize relations.
How the War Will Likely Upend Biden’s Diplomacy on Saudi-Israel Normalization
Polls have shown that the majority of Saudis oppose diplomatic relations with Israel even as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seeks to normalize relations.
Blinken’s Visit to Saudi Arabia Caps Biden Effort to Rebuild Ties
Biden aides are closely watching Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s overtures to China, his attitude toward Israel and his balancing act with Russia and Ukraine.