Secret document links Washington to Saudi nuclear plans
A secret American intelligence report reveals that Saudi Arabia has not ruled out the possibility of developing a military nuclear program. There are concerns that the nuclear agreement signed with Washington could enable Riyadh to enrich uranium to high levels, potentially reaching 20 percent, thus threatening to divert Saudi Arabia from peaceful purposes and turning to a military option. The agreement allows American companies to undertake nuclear projects worth billions of dollars to strengthen relations and reduce Russian and Chinese influence, but it raises concerns among American lawmakers about the risks of nuclear proliferation and the acceleration of an arms race in the Middle East—especially since Saudi Arabia has not agreed to adhere to the additional protocol. Despite reassurances from the U.S. Department of State, doubts are increasing about Saudi Arabia’s intentions, amid ongoing tensions with Iran and the possibility that this could encourage a nuclear arms race in the region.
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