 State Department approves sale of munitions to Saudi ArabiaUS State Department approves potential sale of 3,000 precision guided munitions to Saudi Arabia in a deal valued at up to $290 billion. Saudi women's rights activist jailed for 'terrorism'The AFP reported that Saudi activist Loujain al-Hathloul has received a 5 years, 8 months jail sentence. Saudi Arabia suspends international flights following new coronavirus mutationSaudi Arabia suspends all international commercial flights and entry to the kingdom through land and sea ports for a period of one week. Saudi textbooks remove anti-Semitism, but 'more must be done'Saudi Arabia begins process of removing anti-Semitism, jihadism from school textbooks. Experts say more must be done. Kushner: Inevitable that Saudi Arabia will recognize IsraelAide to US President says only a matter of time before Saudi Arabia normalizes ties with Israel after Morocco joins UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan. Peace with the Saudis? 'They're waiting for Biden'Expert on international relations explains why Saudi Arabia chose not to join the other states that established ties with Israel.Saudi Cabinet reaffirms commitment to Palestinian causeSaudi Cabinet says Palestinian cause is still at the top of the issues it supports, calls on Israel to halt "settlement building". Saudi Prince calls Israeli PM a liar: 'How can you believe him?'Prince Turki Al-Faisal spoke at a video conference also attended by Israeli Foreign Minister who expressed his "regret" at remarks. Report: Saudi Arabia, Qatar near US-brokered deal following break in tiesThe countries, with US encouragement, are reportedly nearing a deal following a rift that began over 3 years ago. Saudi minister: Iran desperate to blame us for anything negativeSenior Saudi minister fires back after Iran's foreign minister claims Saudi Arabia played a role in elimination of senior nuclear scientist. Saudi Arabia to allow Israeli flights over its territory following appeal by US admin.The issue came as a result of either bureaucratic misunderstanding, technical confusion, or Riyadh's frustration with Israel. Jared Kushner visits the GulfTrump's senior adviser will try to persuade the Saudis to move towards normalization with Israel even before Biden enters the White House. Report: Saudi Crown Prince delayed Israel deal because of US election resultsOfficials say Saudi Crown Prince pulled back from normalization with Israel in part because of US election results. PM & Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman discussed forming united front against IranTwo leaders also discussed how to relate to incoming Biden administration. PA officials hope Saudi Arabia won't establish ties with IsraelPA officials say normalization of ties with Israel is "an escape from the truth". WATCH: Netanyahu meets senior Saudi leaders in RiyadhIsraeli officials confirmed reports that Netanyahu, Mossad chief travelled to Saudi capital for meeting with Crown Prince & Mike Pompeo. Will Saudis join accords? 'More when than if'US Assistant Secretary for Political-Military Affairs refrains from disclosing details re Saudis, but says 'more will join accords'. Gantz brands leak of secret flight 'irresponsible move'Defense Minister Benny Gantz attacks leak on Prime Minister Netanyahu's flight to Saudi Arabia: 'Israeli citizens should be disturbed.' Netanyahu discussed normalization with Saudi Crown PrinceSenior Saudi official says Israeli PM and Saudi Crown Prince discussed normalization but did not reach any agreement in last night's meeting Netanyahu secretly visited Saudi ArabiaIsraeli Prime Minister and Mossad chief visited Saudi Arabia with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. 'Nobody would be naive enough to go back to Iran deal'Saudi Arabia’s UN envoy dismisses the idea that Biden will re-enter 2015 Iran nuclear deal: It has proven its failure to the entire world. Saudi FM: Confident Biden will pursue policies that help regional stabilitySaudi Arabia’s foreign minister: Kingdom is interested in normalization with Israel, but only after Palestinian state is established. Reports: Pakistani leaders considering recognition of IsraelEditor-in-chief of Islamabad Telegraph daily says Pakistani PM 'hesitant' to make steps towards normalization, pressured by Saudis, Trump. ISIS claims attack against foreign diplomats in Saudi ArabiaIslamic State says it targeted French diplomats attending ceremony at cemetery in Jiddah because of Mohammed caricatures. Saudi king urges 'firm stance' against Iran"This firm stance must guarantee that the Iranian regime is prevented from obtaining weapons of mass destruction."Saudi King reaffirms support for Palestinian stateSaudi King Salman says Kingdom supports efforts to bring peace to the region through talks between Israelis and Palestinians. Should we care if Biden cools off relations with Saudis?As Saudi Arabia quietly reconciles with Israel, pro-Israel community fears a Biden admin. could treat Saudis as a 'pariah' state. Op-ed Saudi Arabia congratulates BidenMore than 24 hours after TV networks projected his victory, Saudi King and Crown Prince congratulate president-elect. Report: Man attacks guard at French consulate in Saudi ArabiaMan reportedly attacks security guard with sharp object at French consulate in Jeddah, Saudia Arabia. Saudi Arabia: A scapegoat for human-rights abusersThe recent removal of Saudi Arabia from the UNHRC is a farce, part of a charade by worse actors to distract from their own misdeeds. Op-ed. Saudi blogger and Israel fan contracts coronavirusSaudi blogger and Israel fan Mohammed Saud reveals on Twitter that he contracted coronavirus and that his father is hospitalized. How To Visit Saudi Arabia: Applying for a Visa and Planning a TripEver thought of planning a trip to Saudi Arabia, now you can.Normalization with the Saudis - at what price?The Saudis have a good many skeletons in the closet that have to be aired and discarded for a peace process to work. Opinion.Next goal: Deal with Saudi ArabiaSaudi crown prince reportedly seeks to advance normalization, but his father is blocking the move. Trump predicts Saudi Arabia will forge ties with IsraelTrump tells reporters at least five countries want to normalize ties with Israel, says he expects Saudi Arabia to be one of those countries. Mossad chief to Saudis: Negotiations with Palestinians should not be a condition for talksMossad chief Yossi Cohen: We are in contact with many countries in the region, there is a new atmosphere. Trump envoy: Our conversations with the Saudis have been positiveTrump's Middle East envoy Avi Berkowitz says Trump's push for Israeli-Arab rapprochement is gaining momentum. ISIS condemns Israel's normalization deals with UAE and BahrainISIS spokesman calls for attacks in Saudi Arabia in retaliation for Israel's normalization accords with the UAE and Bahrain.Saudi FM: Normalization with Israel unlikely any time soonSaudi Foreign Minister speaks at Washington think tank, says focus should be on resuming Israel-PA peace negotiations. Jordan and Saudis tighten screws on PLO and HamasReconciling their differences is the price the PLO and Hamas have to pay for future Saudi help, but their enmity runs too deep. Op-ed. Pompeo encourages Saudis to normalize with Israel"We hope Saudi Arabia will consider normalizing its relationships as well," US Secretary of State says at meeting with Saudi FM. Chevron’s purchase is another nail in the BDS movement’s coffinThe US oil industry, dependent on Arab oil wells, abetted anti-Israel policies for years. Do we appreciate that this is now history? Op-ed. 'I'd choose Iran over Saudi Arabia'While 'unfair' to force her to choose between Sunni and Shia, nevertheless she'd choose Iran because people there enjoy 'greater freedom'. Biden may change US relations with Saudi Arabia if electedDemocratic presidential candidate may make significant changes for American foreign policy, vowing to reassess relationship if he wins. Fmr. Saudi Amb. to US slams PA for badmouthing Gulf leaders on peace with IsraelPrince Bandar Bin Sultan Al-Saud: Palestinian leaders historically placed their bets on the losing party.Saudi official: We have to focus on our own interestSaudi Arabia’s former intelligence chief again criticizes PA, says it now has high regard for countries such as Iran and Turkey. Saudi official blasts PA for condemning UAE, Bahrain dealsFormer Saudi intelligence chief: Palestinian leadership always bets on the losing side, and that comes at a price. Report: Saudis urged UAE and Bahrain to sign deal with IsraelReport: Saudi Arabia quietly urged UAE and Bahrain to sign deal with Israel, but is unlikely to ink similar deal before US election.Saudi King backs US peace effortsSpeaking to UN General Assembly, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman calls for comprehensive solution on Iran. Saudis reject deal with Israel, but push outreach to JewsWhile Saudi Arabia declines to recognize Israel now, Saudis are working to scrub anti-Jewish rhetoric.Saudi Arabia: Deal with Iran needs to preserve non-proliferationSaudi Arabia says any nuclear deal with Iran has to continue efforts aimed at making the Middle East free of mass destruction weapons.Report: Saudi Arabia has enough uranium for nuclear fuelSaudi Arabian nuclear energy program sees boost with report indicating presence of significant domestic uranium deposits. Trump: Two more countries ready to try joining agreement with IsraelUS President says "four or five" other Arab countries may soon join the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain in recognizing Israel. 'I hope an agreement with Saudi Arabia is within reach'Mossad chief: The agreements are a strategic change in the campaign against Iran. Trump expects Saudi Arabia to normalize ties with Israel 'at the right time'Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump estimates seven or eight or nine more countries will normalize relations with Israel.Watch: Saudi blogger sings with Israeli singerMohammed Saud excited about peace prospects; sings 'We are believers, sons of believers' in video with religious Israeli singer Amiran Dvir. Report: Trump boasted of saving Saudi Prince over Khashoggi murderReporter Bob Woodward in new book: Trump boasted he saved Saudi Crown Prince from greater scrutiny over killing of Jamal Khashoggi. |
