US president says Israel has 'responsibility' to hit back at Hamas, slams violence by 'extremist settlers' amid concern that tensions in West Bank could spiral
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Saudis 'told us they're not brokers between us and Israel. They're our partners,' Palestinian official says, expressing confidence Riyadh won't forget their cause

Comment by Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan at UN event comes amid US-brokered efforts for Israeli-Saudi normalization, in which Riyadh is demanding concessions to Palestinians

30 years ago, the Israelis and Palestinians signed an agreement many thought was set in stone. Now, as it lies battered and seemingly done for, here are the lessons we can draw

US secretary of state says Riyadh has made clear that Palestinian component is critical; says point of deal is to promote peace, not boost any specific current leaders

Jake Sullivan says sides have come to 'broad understanding of many of the key elements' of an agreement, but there's no framework or terms ready to be signed

State Department says move undermines two-state solution, which the US is working to advance through talks with Saudi Arabia about normalizing relations with Israel

Head of IDF Central Command approves new municipal boundaries for the West Bank settlements of Avigayil, Asahel, and Beit Hoglah

Lamenting 'not normal' Israeli government, NYT columnist implores US president to only accept deal that includes Israeli concessions to Palestinians to keep two-state solution alive

US Secretary of State discusses Iran, Abraham Accords, Palestinian issue with Israeli PM; talks West Bank tensions, efforts to preserve prospects for two-states with PA leader