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Israeli tourism minister in Saudi Arabia on a historic visit

Published September 26th, 2023 - 08:29 GMT
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This diplomatic gesture follows recent statements from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who affirmed in a Fox News interview that Saudi-Israeli relations are steadily growing closer.

ALBAWABA- In a historic move, the Israeli Minister of Tourism has publicly visited Saudi Arabia for the first time, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The minister's visit to the Kingdom comes as he participates in a United Nations conference hosted by Saudi Arabia. 

This diplomatic gesture follows recent statements from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who affirmed in a Fox News interview that Saudi-Israeli relations are steadily growing closer.

Furthermore, during sideline discussions at a UN meeting, both U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed confidence in the imminent realization of a comprehensive Israeli-Saudi agreement. 

In a parallel development, the first non-resident Saudi ambassador to Palestinian territories made a historic visit to Ramallah, marking a renewed Saudi engagement with the Palestinian cause after decades of diplomatic absence.

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