Blinken Pushes for Israel-Saudi Ties, Criticizes Settlements, Vows to Counter Iran

Blinken wants Arabia to normalize relations with Israel but says it won't be quick or easy.
Blinken criticizes Israeli settlements and demolitions in the West Bank as obstacles to peace.
The U.S. says its relationship with Israel remains strong despite differences over settlements.
The Biden administration aims to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Improving Israeli-Arab ties cannot replace a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians, Blinken says.