US works on Israel-Saudi ties

This, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaking to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) lobby group just ahead of his two-day visit to Saudi Arabia. By…

Israel hoping for Saudi breakthrough

This, as part of talks between Washington and Riyadh. By Erin Viner United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a visit to…

Jordan hosts Arab League Nations

Arab Foreign Ministers held a landmark meeting with their Syrian counterpart in Amman to discuss a Jordanian plan to achieve normalization of ties with Syria as part of a broader…

Iran, Saudis to reopen mutual embassies

The announcement follows a rapprochement between the regional rivals. By Erin Viner "During the last phone call between the foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia on Eid al-Fitr, we…

US to push Mideast ‘integration’ of Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken made the statement as part of a congratulatory message to Israel on its Independence Day. By Erin Viner “On behalf of the United States of…

Israel, UAE sign FTA

The Free Trade Agreement will reduce or eliminate tariffs on about 96% of goods traded between the nations, Israel's Foreign Ministry (MFA) said. By Erin Viner The deal will also…

Iran, Saudi Arabia restore ties

The Chinese-brokered deal between the top Sunni and Shi'ite Muslim powers may pose challenges to both Israel and the United States. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner Resumption of diplomatic…

Oman opens airspace to Israel

The decision will enable Israeli airlines to utilize a Saudi-Oman corridor to cut flight times to Asia. By Erin Viner “The sultanate's airspace is open to all carriers that meet…

Netanyahu condemns UN anti-settlement statement

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) issued a formal statement on Monday denouncing Israel's plan to expand Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria – marking the first action the United…

Negev Forum held in Abu Dhabi

The two-day meeting of the Negev Forum steering committee and working groups was hosted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). By Erin Viner Over 150 senior officials and experts from…