The former secretary of state said peace is more likely under a Republican president.
The results provide insight into the multifaceted attitudes of the Saudi population toward Israel and its implications for potential future relations.
"If we don't achieve this in the coming months - then the agreement will be postponed for several years," Netanyahu stated regarding the potential Saudi deal.
"The gaps can be bridged. It will take time. But there is progress," Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said of Israel-Saudi ties.
Blinken also “reaffirmed the strength of the bilateral partnership and U.S. commitment to Israel’s security.”
Securing Palestinian approval is crucial as it would eliminate a significant obstacle, paving the way for substantive discussions aimed at a landmark agreement.
Dermer's reported visit comes as Washington is in negotiations with the Saudis to bring about diplomatic relations between Jerusalem and Riyadh.
Normalization of ties between Israel and Saudi Arabia could help stabilize the Middle East and benefit the United States.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich supports an agreement, and praised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ability to bring about peace with Arab states.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US and Saudi Arabia agreed on broad terms for normalization which would be expected within a year.
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