US-Saudi Civilian Nuclear Deal Fuels Mideast Arms Race Fears
The United States' deal with Saudi Arabia to establish a civilian nuclear program, including uranium enrichment, has sparked fears in Israel and among critics that it could ignite a Middle East arms race, despite Washington's emphasis on nonproliferation safeguards.
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Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite Mideast arms race
A deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia allowing the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium has fuelled fears in Israel of the start of an arms race in the Middle East. The agreement, which still needs Congressional approval, that was announced on Wednesday is meant to allow […]
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The United States on Wednesday announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia that would establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes nonproliferation safeguards.
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