Title: Towards historic peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia: a major step towards resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict
Introduction :
Since the declarations of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia, the hope of a historic peace between these two countries has intensified. This significant step forward represents a real opportunity to put an end to the Arab-Israeli conflict and promote the normalization of relations between Israel and other Arab countries.
Steps towards normalization of relations:
In 2020, Israel managed to establish diplomatic relations with three Arab countries, namely the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Sudan. This historic turning point opened the way to new possibilities for peace in the region. However, rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia would be an even more spectacular step forward. Benjamin Netanyahu even claims that this historic peace is imminent.
The benefits of such peace:
A normalization of relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia would have significant consequences for the resolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict. First, it would encourage other Arab countries to follow this path and normalize their relations with Israel, thus contributing to an overall pacification of the region. Moreover, it would increase the chances of a lasting peace with the Palestinians, by incentivizing them to actively participate in the peace process.
Avoiding a Palestinian veto:
Benjamin Netanyahu raises an interesting point when he says the Palestinians should not have the power to veto new peace treaties with Arab states. He believes that Palestinians would also benefit from this broader peace and should therefore be involved in the process. This approach aims to overcome political obstacles and foster a two-State solution, in line with the aspirations of the Palestinian people.
The Iranian threat:
At the same time, Benjamin Netanyahu warns of the nuclear threat posed by Iran. He is determined to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and says he will do everything in his power to do so. This position reinforces the need for regional collaboration to counter Iran’s nuclear ambitions and ensure peace and security in the region.
Conclusion :
The rapprochement between Israel and Saudi Arabia represents a major step towards resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict and an opportunity to pacify the region. A historic peace between these two countries would encourage other Arab countries to normalize relations with Israel and increase the chances of peace with the Palestinians.. However, it is important to take into account the expectations and aspirations of the Palestinians in this process, in order to achieve a just and lasting solution. Iran’s nuclear threat adds further complexity, requiring regional cooperation to ensure security and stability.