In a surprising development amid a diplomatic freeze between Israel and Saudi Arabia, Israeli cybersecurity companies are reportedly expanding their operations in the Kingdom, according to recent investigative reports.
Despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties and the escalation of Israeli aggression in Gaza, several Israeli firms have quietly increased their commercial footprint in Saudi Arabia, especially in the technology and cybersecurity sectors. These firms are believed to be operating through intermediaries and offshore fronts to maintain anonymity while engaging in sensitive deals.
Industry insiders suggest that the demand for advanced surveillance and cybersecurity tools in Saudi Arabia has driven this silent collaboration. Israeli tech is globally recognized for its cutting-edge cybersecurity capabilities, which Gulf nations are reportedly eager to acquire, especially amid growing regional security concerns.
This development has sparked concern and criticism among observers who see it as a contradiction to the official Saudi stance on Palestine and normalization. Critics argue that such covert cooperation undermines public solidarity with Palestinians, particularly at a time when the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has intensified.
While Riyadh has not officially acknowledged the presence of Israeli firms, sources suggest that these business ties are strategically tolerated, if not quietly encouraged, to serve security and economic interests.
