fficials on that team say their plan for Israeli-Palestinian peace does not rely on Saudi Arabia.
WASHINGTON – As the Trump administration deliberates when to release its long-awaited Middle East peace plan, the murder and alleged dismemberment of Jamal Khashoggi, an American resident and Saudi journalist, has become yet another political dynamic likely to factor into the timeline of the launch. Khashoggi’s death at the hands of Saudi Arabian officials has rattled Washington’s alliance with Riyadh, forcing lawmakers long deferential to and apologetic of the monarchy to question their fundamental understanding of the relationship. Republicans and Democrats alike have warned that all options should be on the table as they reassess US aid and defense contracts with the kingdom, and they have compelled US President Donald Trump to warn of “severe” consequences if it is found that Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, Mohammad bin Salman, was complicit in the killing.
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