'Settlement of the Al Aqsa issue is a key condition for the establishment of relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia,' says journalist during conference in Jerusalem.
Former Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu said the 'big prize' is 'peace with Saudi Arabia,' which he 'intend[s] to achieve if [he goes] back into office.'
'Slowly, the country is becoming more open to different viewpoints, and people are starting to accept the fact that Jews are not our enemies,' says Mohammed Saud.
They questioned why the Gaza-based terror group was acting for the benefit of Iranian interests, arguing that the conflict erupted due to Iran’s desire to expedite nuclear talks in Vienna.
Intellectuals, journalists and social media activists in Saudi Arabia directly criticize the Palestinians for not adopting a realistic policy conducive to resolving the conflict with Israel.
'This is not a breakthrough, but another stage in the tightening relationship between the two countries,' said Michal Yaari, an expert on the Arab Gulf states.
According to reports, the US is secretly facilitating an agreement between Egypt and Saudi Arabia that might pave the way for the Saudis to normalize ties with Israel.
This is the first known investment by the Saudi Public Investment Fund in Israeli businesses and represents a significant step in the Mideast states' relations.
Othman Al-Omeir, the editor of the news website Elaph, tweeted: 'I support Tahani Al-Qahtani, whether she wins or loses. It will be a disgrace [only] if she withdraws.'
Journalist Dr. Amal Al-Hazzani blasted the Palestinians for not being appreciative of Saudi support and not doing anything productive to further their cause.