Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly worries that someone might target him for assassination because of his efforts to normalize relations with Israel. A media report suggests that his attempts to repair strained ties with Israel, especially amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, could put his life at risk.
According to Politico, the Crown Prince shared his concerns with U.S. lawmakers. He expressed that leading these peace talks might endanger his life. Comparing himself to Anwar Sadat, the Egyptian leader whom assassins killed after he made peace with Israel, he reportedly questioned what the U.S. did to protect Sadat. The Crown Prince also discussed the threats he faces and the challenges he faces in justifying the move. This is especially challenging given the strong anti-Israel sentiments in the Arab world, which the war in Gaza has heightened.
He also voiced fears about losing support within his own country. Many Saudis and people across the Middle East, he noted, deeply care about the situation in Palestine. Emphasizing that if he doesn’t address what he views as the most critical issue of justice in the region, his position as the guardian of Islam’s holy sites could be jeopardized, he expressed serious concerns.
The report highlights that the Crown Prince is deeply concerned about the potential consequences of this major deal with the U.S. and Israel. The deal involves significant risks. The details of the deal, which may include U.S. security guarantees, support for a civilian nuclear program, and economic investments, are still largely secret and under development.
