Yes, Paul describes the future salvation of Israel in clear doctrinal language in Romans 11 - not apocalyptic language - and this should be the basis upon which prophetic passages are understood. 2 Thessalonians is also very similar to Romans 11 as Paul describe the coming of the Antichrist in clear language without symbolism.
2 Thessalonians 2 has been interpreted various ways by scholars over the centuries.
I find this quote from Pastor Brian Schwertley helpful:
“What is particularly interesting regarding this section of Scripture is that it proves that the Thessalonians who had previously received instructions by Paul did not know anything about a pretribulation rapture. If they had been taught such a doctrine then they would have known that the day of the Lord could not have taken place, for the rapture had not yet occurred. Furthermore, it proves that Paul did not believe in a pretribulation rapture (or that he was negligent in his instructions), for Paul says nothing about a rapture that is to occur seven years before the day of the Lord.”