Dove of peace, image by VimeoBESA Center Perspectives Paper No. 697, December 24, 2017
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Speculation is rife about the possibility of normalizing relations between Israel and the nations of the Arabian Peninsula (Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar). If such negotiations do take place, the Israeli government will need to approach them in such a way as to avoid repeating mistakes that were made in the peace agreements with Egypt and Jordan.
When negotiating with the Saudis and their friends, Israel’s number one rule should be to make clear that it will not pay anything for peace. If the …read more