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Trump Urges Saudi-Israel Relations Amid Palestinian Demands

11/17/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump presses Saudi Arabia to normalize relations with Israel to bolster regional stability, and will discuss this with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at White House.
Internal assessments show Saudi Arabia is unlikely to join the Abraham Accords soon, as it demands a clear path to Palestinian statehood.
The crown prince seeks U.S. military assurances and a deal for F-35 jets, prompting Trump to remain cautious about Israel's military advantage.

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U.S. President Donald Trump presses Saudi Arabia to normalize relations with Israel to bolster regional stability, and will discuss this with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at White House.
Internal assessments show Saudi Arabia is unlikely to join the Abraham Accords soon, as it demands a clear path to Palestinian statehood.
The crown prince seeks U.S. military assurances and a deal for F-35 jets, prompting Trump to remain cautious about Israel's military advantage.