Saudi Arabia Open to Developing Nuclear Weapons Amid U.S. Deal Review
· World · New York Times, Times of India
An intelligence assessment examined Saudi Arabia's military ambitions as Congress reviews a civilian nuclear deal between the U.S. and the kingdom. The assessment indicates that Riyadh remains open to pursuing nuclear weapons if regional rivals acquire them. Lawmakers are currently evaluating the implications of the proposed nuclear agreement against broader Middle Eastern security concerns. The exact timeline for any potential weapons development program has not been disclosed.
Why it matters
The assessment directly impacts U.S. lawmakers evaluating the civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia and highlights regional proliferation risks in the Middle East.
Read the original report — New York Times
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