27/08/2023
In a recent scoop from The Wall Street Journal, there's talk of a high-stakes diplomatic chess game unfolding. The U.S. is aiming for a deal where Saudi Arabia would give a nod to normalize ties with Israel's contentious regime. What's in it for Riyadh? Well, they're hoping for Washington's undying protective shield and a little boost in developing a nuclear program.
While on the surface, it looks like the discussions revolve around Israel-Palestine, there's a deeper subplot. The Journal points out that Uncle Sam is also using this negotiation to nudge Saudi Arabia to put some boundaries on its budding friendship with China. Here's the gist: the Biden crew is hoping to ensure Saudi Arabia keeps a cautious distance from China, both economically and on the military front.