Saudi Arabia Shifts Focus from Israel to Iran Amid War and Hamas Attacks: Reports

Saudi Arabia has put its plans to normalize ties with Israel on hold amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, signaling a shift in its foreign policy priorities. The kingdom has also engaged with Iran, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman taking a phone call from Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. The delay in the talks on normalization with Israel indicates that Saudi Arabia wants Israeli concessions for the Palestinians to be a bigger priority. The conflict has highlighted the challenges facing Washington's efforts to deepen Israel's integration in the region, as the Palestinian cause remains a major concern for Arab nations.