Saudi Arabia Pauses Israel Ties Talks Amid Gaza Conflict

Saudi Arabia has reportedly paused negotiations on normalizing ties with Israel due to the current conflict between Israel and Hamas.

A former U.S. official said the pause is a "wait and see" approach based on the conflict's outcome and casualties.

A Pakistani news channel claimed Saudi officials told the U.S. that negotiations have ended.

Saudi Arabia is seen as key to advancing Israel's normalization deals under the Abraham Accords.

Israel's military response to Hamas could complicate the Saudi crown prince's talks with Israel per a former U.S. ambassador.