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Geopolitics  ·  32 days ago

U.S. nears nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia

🇺🇸 UNITED STATES — The United States is reportedly finalizing a landmark agreement that would allow Saudi Arabia to develop a civil nuclear energy program, including uranium enrichment. The deal is considered a major diplomatic success for the Saudi Crown Prince, though it faces anticipated scrutiny from the U.S. Congress regarding non-proliferation safeguards. Negotiations are expected to address regional stability concerns and the long-term oversight of the kingdom's nuclear activities.

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Why it matters

A civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia would significantly shift the regional power balance and test U.S. non-proliferation standards in the Middle East.

Context

Saudi Arabia has long sought nuclear energy capabilities to reduce its dependence on domestic oil consumption and diversify its electricity grid.