Questions of Saudi-Israel normalization await Washington meetings - analysis

With reports of frequent attacks in the West Bank, a lack of positive moves from Jerusalem, and negative Saudi public perception, Saudi-Israel normalization still seems far away.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman speaks with U.S. President Donald Trump on the day of the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025.

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BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 19:24

Updated: NOVEMBER 9, 2025 20:34

Questions of Saudi-Israel normalization await Washington meetings - analysis

With reports of frequent attacks in the West Bank, a lack of positive moves from Jerusalem, and negative Saudi public perception, Saudi-Israel normalization still seems far away.

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Questions of Saudi-Israel normalization await Washington meetings - analysis

With reports of frequent attacks in the West Bank, a lack of positive moves from Jerusalem, and negative Saudi public perception, Saudi-Israel normalization still seems far away.

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