Jun 08, 2023
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…
May 08, 2023
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…
May 03, 2023
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…
May 02, 2023
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…
Apr 27, 2023
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…
Mar 27, 2023
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…
Mar 13, 2023
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…
Feb 24, 2023
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…
Feb 21, 2023
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…
Jan 10, 2023
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…