Saudi Arabia's Historic Appointment: First Ambassador to 'Palestine' Signals Growing Ties with Israel

Saudi Arabia has appointed its first Non-Resident Ambassador Extraordinary to the "State of Palestine," Nayef bin Bandar Al-Sudairi, amid reports of a potential normalization agreement with Israel. The move is seen as a message that a deal with Israel won't affect Saudi Arabia's relations with the Palestinians. Palestinian officials expressed concern over the agreement and hope that it won't impact Saudi support for their cause. The appointment of the ambassador is considered a "diplomatic and historic victory" by a senior Palestinian official. Al-Sudairi will also serve as "Consul-General in Jerusalem."