Saudi opens airspace for Israel; Biden to take 1st flight from Jerusalem-Jeddah

Israel has welcomed Saudi Arabia’s decision to open its airspace to all aircraft. "Israeli flights will be allowed in Saudi Arabian airspace. This is an important step by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that will significantly shorten flight times and lower prices," Israeli Transport Minister Merav Michaeli told AFP. Saudi Arabia’s decision comes hours ahead of Joe Biden’s visit to Jeddah after Israel as part of his middle-east tour. Watch this video for more information.