Riyadh, Saudi – A Saudi source confirmed to CNN that Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations with Israel. The source added that there will be no normalization unless there is a clear and definitive path leading to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
Saudi Arabia insists on a political solution
The source explained that any potential agreement must include genuine guarantees to ensure a two-state solution.
He also emphasized that the Saudi position on the Palestinian issue remains unchanged.
The source indicated that Riyadh believes achieving peace and stability in the region hinges
on finding a just and comprehensive settlement to the Palestinian question.
This must guarantee the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.
This stance comes amidst ongoing international and regional developments concerning the future of Arab-Israeli relations,
particularly in light of US efforts to expand the Abraham Accords.
Ongoing diplomatic efforts
The region has recently witnessed intense diplomatic activity regarding normalization and political settlements.
This comes amidst differing positions among regional actors concerning the conditions for engaging in any new agreements.
The United States has intensified its contacts with several Middle Eastern countries in
an effort to support the path of de-escalation and political understandings in the region.
Observers believe that the Saudi statements reflect the continued priority of the Palestinian cause in the Kingdom’s foreign policy.
Furthermore, any future normalization is contingent upon achieving tangible progress towards the establishment of a Palestinian state.
These statements also reaffirm Riyadh’s commitment to the Arab Peace Initiative as the fundamental framework
for achieving a comprehensive and just settlement in the region.
