🔥 Tensions rise in the Middle East as a Saudi official mocks Netanyahu-Trump, with Saudi Arabia strongly condemning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal for a Palestinian state within Saudi territory. In response, Saudi Shura Council member Yusuf bin Trad Al-Sadun sarcastically suggested relocating Israelis first to Alaska and then to Greenland after “occupying” it.

This statement has further inflamed tensions, with Riyadh also accusing Netanyahu of using Gaza as a distraction from Israel’s actions. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s past Middle East policies face renewed scrutiny, as frustrations grow over the region’s escalating conflicts.

Saudi Arabia Rejects Netanyahu’s Palestinian State Proposal

In an article published last Friday by Saudi news outlet Okaz, Al-Sadun strongly criticized Netanyahu’s remarks suggesting that Palestinians be given a state inside Saudi Arabia due to the kingdom’s vast land area.

🔹 Al-Sadun’s response: He sarcastically countered Netanyahu’s proposal by saying:
“If this logic is acceptable, then Israelis should be relocated first to Alaska, and once they occupy it, they can move to Greenland.”

🔹 Accusing Trump & Netanyahu of reckless policies, Al-Sadun further argued:
“Zionists and their allies cannot use Riyadh’s leadership for their own interests through political tactics and media pressure.”

The Saudi government quickly backed Al-Sadun’s criticism, reaffirming its stance in support of Palestinian sovereignty and accusing Netanyahu of trying to shift attention from Israel’s actions in Gaza.

🔴 Saudi Arabia Calls Out “Ethnic Cleansing” in Gaza

On Sunday, the Saudi Foreign Ministry released a statement rejecting Netanyahu’s suggestion and reaffirming its support for Palestinian sovereignty.

📢 Key points from Saudi Arabia’s official statement:
✔ “Palestinians are neither intruders nor migrants who can be expelled at the whim of brutal Israeli occupiers.”
✔ Accuses Netanyahu of “ethnic cleansing” in Gaza.
✔ Reaffirms Saudi commitment to Palestinian statehood based on pre-1967 borders.

Saudi Arabia also called out the Trump administration, stating that U.S. foreign policy under Trump had “endorsed illegal occupations“ and ignored Palestinian rights.

🌍 Global Reaction to Netanyahu’s Statement

Netanyahu’s remarks, aired on Israel’s Channel 14, sparked outrage across the Arab world. Several Middle Eastern nations, including Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, the UAE, Kuwait, and Iraq, issued strong condemnations.

🔹 Jordan’s Foreign Ministry: “An absurd proposal that completely disregards international law.”
🔹 Egypt’s Government: “Israel has no right to dictate the future of Palestine outside its rightful borders.”
🔹 UAE Diplomats: “Unacceptable and inflammatory remarks that threaten regional stability.”

Trump’s Role: Why Saudi Arabia is Also Targeting the Former U.S. President

This controversy is not just about Netanyahu—Saudi Arabia has also blamed Trump’s past Middle East policies for destabilizing the region.

🔥 Trump’s Middle East Moves That Sparked Outrage:
✔ Recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, angering Palestinians.
✔ Moved the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, breaking decades of U.S. neutrality.
✔ Proposed a Palestinian relocation plan, similar to Netanyahu’s current remarks.

In a direct jab at Trump, Al-Sadun wrote:
“Trump’s reckless decisions in the region ignored expert advice and dismissed the need for dialogue.”

This comes amid rumors that Trump may intervene in Israeli affairs again if he returns to office in 2025.

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📢 Will Saudi-Israel Relations Collapse?

Saudi Arabia and Israel were in early normalization talks under the Abraham Accords—a process initiated during Trump’s presidency. However, after Netanyahu’s remarks and Israel’s military actions in Gaza, Saudi Arabia has halted all discussions.

📌 Current Saudi-Israel Relations:
❌ No formal diplomatic ties.
❌ Saudi Arabia has rejected Israel’s attempts to normalize relations.
❌ Strong public and government support for Palestinian statehood.

With this latest controversy, experts believe Saudi-Israel normalization is now unlikely under Netanyahu’s leadership.

🔎 What Happens Next? Key Takeaways

✔ Saudi Arabia has firmly rejected Netanyahu’s proposal, calling it absurd.
✔ Al-Sadun’s “Relocate Israelis to Alaska” remark has gone viral, sparking global debate.
✔ Trump’s past Middle East policies are under scrutiny again.
✔ Israel’s diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia and other Arab nations remain strained.

💬 What do you think about this controversy? Is Netanyahu’s proposal unrealistic? Will Saudi-Israel relations worsen? Share your thoughts below!