The Importance of Normalizing Relations Between Israel and Saudi Arabia

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Israel only had formal diplomatic ties with two Arab countries, Egypt and Jordan. There's an idea in Washington that if they were to normalize relations, it would formalize a military alliance against Iran. Saudi Arabia is open to all this, but they have their demands in return. The first thing they want is a stronger, more formal defense pact with America.

America is keen to mend the relationship between the Gulf state and Israel, but Muhammad bin Salman has hefty demands. Is the deal worth the price? Asia’s longest serving leader is carefully planning his succession, and crushing anyone who objects (10:41). And, Sweden’s plan for a new city is built on old materials. But it is posed to be an innovative model for sustainability (18:28).

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