Saudi Arabia and UAE officials express concerns over the Trump Gaza plan.

Saudi Arabia and UAE Warn Trump Gaza Plan Is in Jeopardy | AI News Digest

Published: October 17, 2025, 8:24 a.m. Politics Negative

Arab nations, notably Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain, have voiced significant apprehensions to the United States about the viability of the Trump administration's Gaza proposal. They argue that Hamas's continued presence and its unwillingness to disarm pose serious threats to the peace process. Saudi officials have made it clear that they will withdraw their support unless there is a decisive change in the strategy to enforce disarmament. The Gulf states have also criticized the perceived leniency of mediators, claiming it has allowed Hamas to shirk its obligations. This situation casts doubt on the future of the peace initiative and raises concerns about potential instability in the region, particularly as prominent Arab leaders have retreated from recent diplomatic discussions. The notable absence of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Emirati ruler Mohammed bin Zayed at a recent summit highlights the growing dissatisfaction among these nations regarding the approach to Hamas.

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