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The United States and Saudi Arabia have announced a landmark deal to establish a civilian nuclear programme in the kingdom, a move critics fear could pave the way for uranium enrichment and trigger a nuclear arms race in the region.
The deal comes as the US fights a war with Iran over concerns about Tehran’s nuclear programme. The agreement could generate billions for American companies and is seen as a major win for Iran’s longtime regional rival.
Critics, including US Senator Bernie Sanders, have condemned the deal, arguing it allows a “brutal dictatorship” to enrich nuclear fuel. The deal will be submitted to Congress for review, but the Republican-controlled legislature is unlikely to block it.
Key Points:
The US and Saudi Arabia agreed to a civilian nuclear programme deal.
Critics fear the deal could enable uranium enrichment and a regional arms race.
The agreement comes amid the US-Iran war over Tehran’s nuclear programme.
US companies could build a uranium enrichment facility in Saudi Arabia.
The deal will be submitted to Congress, but is unlikely to be blocked.
While the agreement strengthens US-Saudi ties and counters Russian and Chinese influence, it raises serious proliferation concerns.
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