Israeli-Saudi Normalization

Replacing Netanyahu is not enough. Israel needs a strategy for ending the conflict - opinion

Israel does not need another government that manages the conflict until the next explosion.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a reception marking the opening of the Colombian Embassy in Jerusalem, held at the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem, October 14, 2026.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chairs the inaugural session of the Shura Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 10, 2025

Saudi Arabia’s security needs expose limits of diplomacy, give Israel an opportunity - analysis

 An F-35 plane stands on the tarmac at Nevatim Air Force Base.

US approves possible F-35 Saudi deal despite Israeli push to link normalization, sale - analysis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman

Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia could revive Israel-Saudi normalization efforts - analysis


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)

Normalization with Saudi Arabia is a golden opportunity for Israel - opinion

Even if the Arab states’ motivation for peace with Israel remains unchanged, the cost-benefit considerations of these regimes are shifting.

 US SECRETARY of State Antony Blinken meets with foreign ministers from the Organization for Islamic Cooperation and the Arab League to discuss the future of Gaza, in Washington last December. The US wants to forge a new regional order, say the writers.

Pope Francis considering making trip to Israel

The Pope shared that he is considering visiting Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and Jordan for the second time.

 Pope Francis greets people as he arrives for the weekly general audience at Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican, June 19, 2024.

Israel-Saudi normalization on the table as part of new US defense treaty - WSJ

As a preliminary component of the deal, Israel would have to agree to a complete ceasefire and Palestinian statehood.

 US SECRETARY of State Antony Blinken meets Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, in Jeddah, in March. Israeli decisions will shape the US regional defense alliance, and impact the weakening of Iran and global economic stability, says the writer.

'Two-states is a defeat for Hamas,' US envoy Lew says, touting Saudi deal - interview

US Ambassador to Israel, Jack Lew, spoke to The Jerusalem Post about the recent state of diplomacy amid the war, and what it might mean for the future of Israel-Saudi relations.

 Jack Lew, US ambassador to Israel, at a rally in Tel Aviv, May 18, 2024.