Sudan, Oman postpone normalising ties with Israel

Sudan and Oman have postponed normalising ties with Israel until after the US elections.

A statement released by the Sudanese authorities stated that the two Arab countries would not offer their “precious gifts” to US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before the US elections.

United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to Washington, Yousef Al-Otaiba confirmed that Sudan and Oman are not rushing towards diplomatic ties with Israel.

Al-Otaiba stated that decision was made despite repeated optimistic Israeli remarks about the possible normalisation deals that could be reached with both countries.

Meanwhile, Oman’s foreign minister reiterated the Palestinian right to have an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital and toned down Israel’s enthusiasm regarding normalisation.

However, Sudanese Deputy Head of State General Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, on 1st of October said that his country is seeking ties with Israel and does not fear anyone in this regard.

“We’re not scared of anyone. But these will be relations, not normalisation,” he affirmed.

“It’s true, the Palestinian cause is important, and we ought to stand with the Palestinian people,” he urged.

He stressed that “We’re not talking about normalisation. We’re talking about relations. And these are relations from which we will benefit; this will be done with the consent and consultation of all parties.”