Saudi Arabia Reportedly Halts Israel Ties Over Netanyahu Government Policies on Palestinians

Saudi Arabia has halted normalization talks with Israel due to Netanyahu's "extremist" government, per an unconfirmed report.
Saudis believe Netanyahu is torpedoing chances for peace with the Palestinians.
Saudis were put off by demands from Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners.
US says Saudis see resolving Palestinian issues as critical for any Israel deal.
Israel's foreign minister said "Palestinian issue is not an obstacle to peace."

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Saudi Arabia Reportedly Halts Israel Ties Over Netanyahu Government Policies on Palestinians

Saudi Arabia has halted normalization talks with Israel due to Netanyahu's "extremist" government, per an unconfirmed report.
Saudis believe Netanyahu is torpedoing chances for peace with the Palestinians.
Saudis were put off by demands from Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners.
US says Saudis see resolving Palestinian issues as critical for any Israel deal.
Israel's foreign minister said "Palestinian issue is not an obstacle to peace."

jpost.com

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Saudi Arabia Pauses Israel Ties Talks Amid Gaza Conflict

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