Palestinians cautiously embrace Saudi diplomatic opening as fears grow over impact on statehood hopes

Palestinian officials welcome first Saudi Arabian ambassador, marking step toward formal ties.
Move seen as nod to US push for Israeli-Saudi relations, but provokes concerns among Palestinians.
President Abbas's advisor received Saudi envoy's credentials, establishing representation in West Bank.
Palestinians hope to maintain Arab backing for independent state as Israel ties expand.
Fears persist that normalizing Israeli relations in Arab world could weaken Palestinian cause.