Saudi Arabia Has Its Own 'Deal of the Century' for Trump

Saudi observers say the incoming U.S. leader will need to leverage his close ties with Israel in order to advance the cause of Palestinian statehood.

A Palestinian state is a must and an absolute prerequisite for normalization with Israel , a Saudi political analyst says.

A two -state solution has long served as the basis for diplomacy toward the Israeli -Palestinian conflict, now in the throes of its deadliest episode since 1948 .

Trump 's fervently pro-Israel policies were met with widespread Arab indignation.

Saudi Arabia has been unwilling to break with its 2002 proposal to resolve the Israeli -Palestinian conflict.

The resilience of the China -sponsored Iran - Saudi deal has proven a serious challenge for the U.S. as it struggles to reassert itself as a top Middle East influencer.

Analysts say Saudi Arabia is committed to fostering a relationship that prioritizes stability, security, and mutual respect.

Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed often liken themselves as peacemakers in the Middle East .

The ideologies that drive Trump and Saudi Arabia in their respective visions align in many ways.