Trump's return might reshape Middle East peace: Saudi Arabia holds the key

The up-coming White House change brings new hope for Middle-East peace talks. With Donald Trump set to take office next month the regions dynamic is shifting fast - especially regarding Saudi Arabias diplomatic position

The Kingdom shows fresh interest in peace-making: its stance toward both Iran and Israel has changed big-time since 2023. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman leads this new approach which connects to his Vision-2030 plan (a huge reform project that needs regional peace to work)

Saudi-Iran relations have made a u-turn after decades of conflict. Both countries started working together after a China-backed deal: they now do joint navy training share cultural ties and even talk about military co-operation. At a recent Arab League meeting Mohammed bin Salman spoke up for Iranʼs rights - something no-one could imagine just last year

The Kingdom might be the perfect go-between for solving Israel-Palestine issues. They want good ties with Israel but wont move forward without a Palestinian state. Prince Faisal bin Farhan the Saudi minister wrote in Financial Times that Israel must take real steps toward this goal

I am risking my life by pursuing grand bargain with Israel and the United States

Benjamin Netanyahu faces tough choices in Israel. The war hurts the economy: flights are down 40%‚ building sites stopped work and inflation goes up. Yet stopping might cost him politically despite growing calls for hostage deals and peace talks. Israel needs security promises from Iran Hamas and Hezbollah - something Saudi Arabia could help arrange

The next weeks look tricky but Saudi Arabiaʼs new diplomatic skills might be just what the region needs. With Trump promising to end wars and Saudi Arabia talking to all sides theres a real chance for change