Polls have shown that the majority of Saudis oppose diplomatic relations with Israel even as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seeks to normalize relations.
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An Attack From Gaza and an Israeli Declaration of War. Now What?
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is being pressured to launch a full-scale invasion that Israeli leaders have been scrupulously avoiding since 2005.
Democrats Tell Biden Saudi-Israel Pact Needs Concessions for Palestinians
The demands would probably be met with stiff resistance from hard-line members of the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel.
FIFA Will Host 2030 World Cup on Three Continents
Soccer’s biggest event will celebrate its centenary by placing games in South America, Europe and Africa. The decision could pave the way for Saudi Arabia to host in 2034.
Official Visits Between Saudi Arabia and Israel Highlight Warming Ties
Israel’s tourism minister went to Saudi Arabia, and a Saudi envoy toured the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The trips reflected how the two countries are moving toward normalizing their relationship.
Biden Is Caught Between Allies as Canada Accuses India of Assassination
President Biden has prioritized bolstering partnerships over full-throated advocacy for democracy among American allies.
Biden and Netanyahu Meet to Try to Soothe Tensions, With Some Success
The president put aside his frustrations with the Israeli prime minister over his “extremist” government to focus on issues of mutual interest, like Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Biden and Netanyahu Meet to Try to Soothe Tensions, With Some Success
The president put aside his frustrations with the Israeli prime minister over his “extremist” government to focus on issues of mutual interest, like Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Wednesday Briefing: Zelensky’s Warning at the U.N.
Plus, new discoveries about a nomadic clan on the island of Borneo.
Biden Aides and Saudis Explore Defense Treaty Modeled After Asian Pacts
Despite U.S. fatigue over Middle East wars, the White House sees a security agreement resembling those with Japan or South Korea as an incentive for Saudi Arabia to normalize relations with Israel.