US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has reiterated that a normalization deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia remains feasible before President Biden's term ends in January, contingent on achieving a ceasefire in Gaza. He noted that while 90% of a ceasefire agreement is in place, critical issues, including the presence of Israeli troops in Gaza and the recognition of a Palestinian state, still need resolution. The Saudi government has indicated it will not establish diplomatic ties with Israel without a commitment to the 1967 borders and cessation of Israeli actions in Gaza. Despite previous setbacks in negotiations following the outbreak of violence, Blinken emphasized both Israel and Saudi Arabia's interest in pursuing normalization. The Biden administration is preparing a new proposal to facilitate discussions among the involved parties, including Egypt and Qatar. However, some Congressional sources suggest that the window for a deal may be closing as the election approaches.