Pompeo Doubts Israel-Saudi Peace Deal Without Isolating Iran and Bypassing Palestinian State

Pompeo says Israel-Saudi peace deal unlikely if Palestinian state is required first
He believes current Palestinian leadership supports terrorism and rejects reasonable offers
Saudi ambassador recently emphasized Palestinian state as cornerstone for any Israel deal
Pompeo thinks deals more likely with Republican president who isolates Iran
Saudi Crown Prince didn't mention Palestinian state, just improving lives and involving Israel

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