Saudi Arabia reaffirmed on Wednesday that it will not establish diplomatic ties with Israel unless a Palestinian state is created. The statement follows remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed that Riyadh was not making such a demand.
Saudi Arabia has made its stance on Israel clear, rejecting normalisation without a Palestinian state. The Saudi foreign ministry issued a statement on Wednesday, saying Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has affirmed this position in "a clear and explicit manner" that leaves no room for interpretation.
The announcement came after Trump suggested that the U.S. would take control of the Gaza Strip following the displacement of Palestinians, with plans to develop the territory economically. He made the remarks during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday.
Riyadh also rejected any efforts to displace Palestinians from their land, calling its stance on the issue "non-negotiable."
Netanyahu, addressing Trump's comments, said Israel would pursue a deal with Saudi Arabia and expressed confidence in its success.
The United States had been pushing for Saudi-Israel normalisation for months, but the Gaza war, which erupted in October 2023, led Riyadh to put discussions on hold due to strong Arab opposition to Israel’s military campaign.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, the first foreign leader to visit since Trump’s re-election. Talks focused on a potential Israel-Saudi normalization deal, the Gaza war, and the ongoing hostage negotiations.
The FireAid benefit concerts have raised over $100 million for wildfire relief in Los Angeles, with more than 50 million viewers tuning in across 28 platforms. The event, featuring Lady Gaga, Green Day, and Stevie Nicks, aims to support both immediate relief efforts and long-term recovery.
A U.S. appeals court has ruled that the family of an American killed in the 2014 downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 can sue Russia’s Sberbank for allegedly funding the separatist group blamed for the attack.
China retaliated against U.S. tariffs by imposing its own levies on American imports and launching an antitrust probe into Google, escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer attended an informal EU summit in Brussels, aiming to rebuild UK-EU relations years after Brexit. The meeting also focused on European defence strategies and trade concerns, following U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.
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The wave of anti-corruption protests in Serbia continues to grow. On February 4, teachers and farmers joined students in an anti-government demonstration in the central city of Kragujevac. Thousands of people marched through the streets, holding banners and blowing whistles in protest.
Saudi Arabia reaffirmed on Wednesday that it will not establish diplomatic ties with Israel unless a Palestinian state is created. The statement follows remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed that Riyadh was not making such a demand.
U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the United States will take over the Gaza Strip, dismantle unexploded ordnance, and lead economic redevelopment in the area.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is open to meeting Iran’s leader while announcing new sanctions to block Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
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An American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the Potomac River after a midair collision near Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, officials said.
The U.S. has officially entered a new trade war. President Donald Trump has slapped 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on China, citing immigration and drug trafficking concerns. The move has immediate consequences for businesses and consumers—so what happens next?
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for February 5th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
The wave of anti-corruption protests in Serbia continues to grow. On February 4, teachers and farmers joined students in an anti-government demonstration in the central city of Kragujevac. Thousands of people marched through the streets, holding banners and blowing whistles in protest.
U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the United States will take over the Gaza Strip, dismantle unexploded ordnance, and lead economic redevelopment in the area.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is open to meeting Iran’s leader while announcing new sanctions to block Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, the first foreign leader to visit since Trump’s re-election. Talks focused on a potential Israel-Saudi normalization deal, the Gaza war, and the ongoing hostage negotiations.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for February 5th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
The wave of anti-corruption protests in Serbia continues to grow. On February 4, teachers and farmers joined students in an anti-government demonstration in the central city of Kragujevac. Thousands of people marched through the streets, holding banners and blowing whistles in protest.
Saudi Arabia reaffirmed on Wednesday that it will not establish diplomatic ties with Israel unless a Palestinian state is created. The statement follows remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed that Riyadh was not making such a demand.
U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the United States will take over the Gaza Strip, dismantle unexploded ordnance, and lead economic redevelopment in the area.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is open to meeting Iran’s leader while announcing new sanctions to block Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
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