US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit to Israel and Saudi Arabia includes discussions on defense agreements and normalization with Israel.

Sullivan met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss normalizing relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia, contingent on a pathway to a future Palestinian state.

Netanyahu has rejected the condition of agreeing to a pathway to a future Palestinian state.

Efforts to secure the release of hostages and defeat Hamas were also discussed.

The US aims to marginalize Hamas in Gaza and provide an alternative to Israel permanently occupying the enclave.

Tensions in the region remain high with ongoing military operations in Gaza and stalled cease-fire talks.

Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz has issued an ultimatum to Netanyahu, emphasizing the urgency of finding a peaceful resolution.