Biden Administration Pursues Ambitious Israel-Saudi ArabiaPeace Deal
- The Biden administration is attempting to broker a diplomatic deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel despite long odds.
- The deal would require Saudi Arabia to agree to a new U.S. defense pact and limits on its nuclear program and Israel to make gestures to support the Palestinians.
- The chances of reaching an agreement are less than 50 percent due to obstacles from both sides.
- Finalizing any deal would require approval from a divided Congress, some of whom are skeptical of Saudi Arabia.
- While speculation about improved Saudi-Israeli ties has existed for years, significant challenges have prevented progress until now.
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