US and Saudi explore defence treaty modelled after pacts with Japan, S Korea

American and Saudi officials are reportedly discussing the possibility of a mutual defence treaty similar to the ones the US has with Japan and South Korea. This treaty would require both countries to provide military support if the other is attacked in the region or on Saudi territory. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sees this as a crucial element in his talks with the Biden administration about normalizing relations with Israel.

Sep 20, 2023 - 08:30
US and Saudi explore defence treaty modelled after pacts with Japan, S Korea
American and Saudi officials are reportedly discussing the possibility of a mutual defence treaty similar to the ones the US has with Japan and South Korea. This treaty would require both countries to provide military support if the other is attacked in the region or on Saudi territory. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sees this as a crucial element in his talks with the Biden administration about normalizing relations with Israel.