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Saudi Crown Prince Pushes for Palestinian State in Five Years

11/20/2025

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Summary

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said the United States should ensure Palestinian state negotiations conclude within five years.
He said Saudi participation in the Abraham Accords hinges on a two-state solution.
Bin Salman said any international Gaza force should not include Muslim troops, or they would not engage Hamas.
During his visit, he and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed a defense deal including 300 tanks and F-35 jets.

History

Historical Context

The Abraham Accords, signed on September 15, 2020, marked a historic normalization of relations between Israel and the UAE, followed by Bahrain. This agreement, facilitated by the U.S. under President Trump, was the first formal recognition of Israel by Arab states since Jordan in 1994. The Accords reflect shifting Middle Eastern alliances amid shared concerns over Iran and ongoing complexities regarding the Palestinian issue.

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Story summary

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said the United States should ensure Palestinian state negotiations conclude within five years.
He said Saudi participation in the Abraham Accords hinges on a two-state solution.
Bin Salman said any international Gaza force should not include Muslim troops, or they would not engage Hamas.
During his visit, he and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed a defense deal including 300 tanks and F-35 jets.

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