Sat, 14 Oct 2023
Saudi pauses talks on normalisation with Israel
Saudi Arabia Delays Normalization Plans
Saudi Arabia postpones US-backed plans to normalize ties with Israel amid escalating Israel-Hamas conflict.
Reevaluation of Foreign Priorities
Saudi leaders reconsider foreign priorities as they engage with Iran to prevent regional violence.
First Phone Call with Iran
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi engage in their first phone call.
Delay in Saudi-US Defense Pact Talks
Talks on Saudi Arabia's recognition of Israel, a key step for a Saudi-US defense pact, face a delay.
Hamas Attack on Israel
Hamas, backed by Iran, launches a devastating attack on Israel, resulting in casualties on both sides.
Saudi Arabia's Strategic Position
Saudi Arabia's recognition of Israel is vital due to its significance as the birthplace of Islam
Focus on Palestinian Concessions
Talks to normalize ties will resume with a priority on Israeli concessions to Palestinians.