Saudi pauses talks on normalisation with Israel: Source

Saudi Arabia has suspended talks on normalizing ties with Israel amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The decision was made after Hamas launched an attack on Israel, sparking a retaliatory bombing campaign. Saudi Arabia, which has never recognized Israel, had been under pressure from the US to establish formal ties. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had previously expressed optimism about a potential deal but also emphasized the importance of addressing the Palestinian issue.