DAILY BRIEFING AUG. 3 – ISRAEL IN THE DARK AS TRUMP ADOPTS SAUDI-FIRST POLICY

The US has adopted a Saudi-first policy, leaving Israel in the dark, according to The Times of Israel. This development comes as the US attempts diplomacy with Iran, amid a stalemate. The shift in policy has significant implications for the region, particularly for Israel and its relations with its neighbors.

Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman reports that the US is facing a stalemate in its attempts to negotiate with Iran, with Iran insisting that it will not hold talks with the US over the Hormuz Strait, which will remain closed. The US's new policy orientation towards Saudi Arabia adds to the complexity of the situation, with Israel's slow adoption of the Gaza deal causing international frustration.

The situation is set against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, with incidents such as the desecration of a Maimonides statue in Cordoba with swastika graffiti contributing to the sense of unease. The Knesset's finance panel is also set to allocate millions to haredim and settlements, despite the Knesset being in recess.

• US adopts Saudi-first policy, leaving Israel in the dark
• US faces stalemate in attempts to negotiate with Iran
• International frustration grows over Israel's slow adoption of Gaza deal

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