Social media users interacted extensively with the recent interview of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, conducted with a Saudi television channel, where he discussed the Saudi Crown Prince and the Palestinian issue. Activists circulated several clips from Graham's statements during his interview with "Saudi Arabia" channel, which included remarks about Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Palestinian cause, and the kingdom's relations with the United States. He stated, "Saudi Arabia is clear about the two-state solution, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wants to conclude a defense agreement with the United States, and I will support him, and he wants guarantees to conclude the agreement and the two-state solution."
He added, "I have seen from the Crown Prince a vision that promotes stability, peace, and economic prosperity in the region," considering that "the Crown Prince has a clear vision that will change the face of the Middle East."
Senator Lindsey Graham tweeted: "Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wants more than a two-state solution; he wants to conclude a defense agreement and I will support him, and I will vote for him. I have seen from the Crown Prince a vision that promotes stability, peace, and economic prosperity in the region."
Users shared clips from the interview widely on Twitter and reposted them on their personal accounts. One activist wrote: "The world knows well that the inspiring figure is the hallmark of our era, and it is the right of every Saudi to touch the stars proudly during difficult times." Another commented: "Pride of the Arab and Islamic nation." A female activist said: "God bless you, my country, and may He protect our leader and trusted Crown Prince, my homeland and my origin."
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham stated, "Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will change the face of the Middle East with his clear vision... I support him."
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan mentioned in early May that bilateral agreements between the kingdom and the United States are expected to be concluded soon. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken noted during his participation in the World Economic Forum in Riyadh that the United States is nearing a completion of a security agreement with Saudi Arabia.
