Tue, 10 Oct 2023
Biden's hopes for Israel-Saudi relations could be dashed by new Mideast war
Israeli-Saudi Peace Prospects Diminished
Recent Hamas attack on Israel threatens Israeli-Saudi peace deal and regional stability.
The Abraham Accords
The US-led initiative aimed to normalize relations between Israel and Arab countries.
Palestinian Statehood Concerns
Critics argue that the accords overlook Palestinian aspirations for statehood.
Hamas Attack's Impact
Hamas attacks may have been intended to sabotage the potential Israeli-Saudi agreement.
Regional Responses
Arab world's response to the conflict raises questions about sidelining Palestinian issues.
Saudi Arabia's Statement
Saudi Arabia's response neither condemned nor supported Hamas, but emphasized Palestinian rights.
US Stance
The US still supports normalization but acknowledges it's unlikely during active Israeli-Palestinian conflict.