In Cairo, Bahrain and Egypt discussed the desire for calm in Gaza and putting an end to “ongoing regional tension.” The two sides agreed on the urgent need to exert efforts towards de-escalations.
Israel and Saudi Arabia seemed on track towards a historic normalization deal, and while the Gaza war has altered the path, how does Iran's newest attack change it all?
Recent events highlight Gulf states' vulnerability, from Iran's seizure of a cargo ship to Yemen's Houthi attacks, impacting regional dynamics and Saudi-Iranian relations.
Energy Minister Eli Cohen made remarks about US intervention in the Middle East, stating "The only change I see in the Americans' stance is because of the upcoming elections in the United States."
The "NEOM" project itself is located as close to Eilat as possible, which suggests that Israel is supposed to participate one day, and on a declarative level.
Zelensky has presented a 10-point peace formula that seeks the expulsion of all Russian forces from Ukraine and accountability for war crimes, as well as the return of prisoners of war and deportees
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has made serious efforts in recent years to turn the country into a viable alternative to the United Arab Emirates as a regional hub of finance, industry, and trade.
The African-Saudi leaders called for relief organizations, including the United Nations Palestinian refugees agency UNRWA, to be supported in their efforts.
Despite these concerns, American and Saudi officials seem to still believe a normalization agreement can be worked out, with many of the shared interests that pushed them together still there.
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