Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to visit the United States for the first time in seven years, aiming to secure a mutual defense pact, access to advanced fighter jets, and cooperation on civilian nuclear technology. While former President Donald Trump expressed optimism about Saudi Arabia normalizing relations with Israel soon, experts and Saudi insiders suggest such a breakthrough is unlikely without significant progress toward a Palestinian state. The visit comes amid ongoing regional tensions and follows years of strained relations between Riyadh and Washington, particularly after the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Saudi officials view normalization with Israel as a key bargaining chip to advance Palestinian interests and regional stability, while Israeli officials remain divided on the conditions for such a deal.