The rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia towards a “historic peace” is a major step forward in the Middle East region. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed satisfaction during his speech at the UN, saying the two countries were close to reaching a historic agreement.
This rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia adds to the recent normalization of Israeli-Arab relations, notably with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Sudan, an advance described by Benjamin Netanyahu as the “dawn of a new era” . According to him, this historic peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia would strengthen stability and encourage other Arab countries to normalize their relations with Israel.
However, Benjamin Netanyahu stressed that the Palestinians should not have the power to veto these new peace treaties between Israel and Arab countries. He firmly believes that this broader peace would benefit the Palestinians and contribute to a more comprehensive peace solution in the region.
At the same time, the Israeli Prime Minister reiterated his concerns regarding Iran and its nuclear ambition. He said his country would do everything in its power to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. This desire to counter the Iranian threat is part of Israel’s diplomatic line aimed at defending its national security.
However, despite the progress made in the normalization of Israeli-Arab relations, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas insisted, during his speech at the UN, on the need to take into account the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people to achieve a lasting peace. He referred to the two-state solution as the path forward to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In conclusion, the rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia towards “historic peace” is a significant development in the Middle East region. However, it is important to ensure that the rights of Palestinians are also taken into account in this process. Regional stability and security can be strengthened by these peace agreements, but it is essential to continue seeking a comprehensive solution to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.