Israeli-Saudi Normalization

The moment for a Saudi peace initiative has arrived, but on new terms - opinion

As the region’s most influential Arab and Muslim state, Saudi Arabia's choices will shape the trajectory of normalization far beyond its own borders.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, United Arab Emirates (UAE) Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed and Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al Zayani standby prior to signing the Abraham Accords with US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, US, September 15, 2020.

Even with Gulf on edge, negotiations stalling, experts say peace with Israel 'possible' - analysis

Vehicles drive past a building that was damaged by an Iranian drone attack, after Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran, in Seef, Manama, Bahrain, March 1, 2026

From scuds to solidarity: Israel and the Sunni world - opinion

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Affairs Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

Saudi Arabia can't have peace with Israel and reject Jewish sovereignty - opinion


Netanyahu: 'The Saudis can create a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia'

"The Saudis can create a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia; they have a lot of land over there," he said.

 An illustrative image of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman.

Can Trump's Greenland strategy work in Gaza? - analysis

Put differently, Netanyahu wants Trump to get the Saudis to drop the Palestinian Authority from the Gaza formula.

 (L-R) Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and US President Donald Trump over a backdrop of Greenland.

Saudi perspective: The Palestinian issue cannot be pushed aside - opinion

"Therefore, I want to make use of the opportunity to communicate with you, the Israeli people, directly as a Saudi who genuinely seeks peace."

 PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY head Mahmoud Abbas is received by Riyadh Region Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, in Riyadh, last August. To best understand the Saudi position in regard to normalization with Israel and the Palestinian issue, examine Saudi discourse

Saudi-Israeli peace will only happen if Gaza war ends, sources tell 'Post'

Normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia can only materialize when the war in Gaza ends, Saudi officials told Trump's Middle East envoy.

 Illustrative image of Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman

Kushner has discussed US-Saudi diplomacy with Saudi crown prince

In a Sept. 18 speech, MbS said the kingdom would not recognize Israel without the creation a Palestinian state, suggesting a deal may be near impossible for the foreseeable future.

 Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman attends a virtual cabinet meeting from his office in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, May 28, 2024.

October 7 couldn’t kill the Abraham Accords - opinion

The Gaza war posed a major challenge to the Abraham Accords Arab member states, many of whom have faced criticism from a slew of Arabs and Muslims for maintaining their relations with Israel.

 AFTER SIGNING the Abraham Accords, then-prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the foreign ministers of Bahrain (left) and UAE display their copies as then-US president Donald Trump looks on, at the White House, September 15, 2020.

'Peace is inevitable': Israeli, Saudi experts share thoughts on normalization, Islamism

Two Saudi writers and one Israeli share their thoughts on Jerusalem-Riyadh normalization in an exclusive ‘Magazine’ interview.

 SAUDI CROWN PRINCE Mohammed bin Salman (MBS)’s portrait watches over traffic in Riyadh.

MBS seeks US and Israeli assurances in Saudi deal amid fears of backlash - opinion

Saudi Crown Prince MBS demands US and Israeli commitments on a Palestinian state, citing security fears as he negotiates a historic deal.

 SAUDI CROWN PRINCE Mohammed bin Salman attends a cabinet meeting in May. Only Saudi Arabia and the Arab world can convert, circumvent, or disempower rejectionist organizations like Hamas, the writer maintains.

MBS's life in danger over Israel-Saudi deal, Politico reporter speculates - report

MBS referenced this threat to explain why the Israel-Saudi deal must include an immediate pathway to Palestinian statehood.

 Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman attends a virtual cabinet meeting from his office in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, May 28, 2024.

Netanyahu wants to advance a Saudi deal, diplomatic sources say

“Netanyahu is interested in advancing the agreement with Saudi Arabia - as soon as this becomes possible,” the source said.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (Left) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Right)