Trump Finalizes Nuclear Development Agreement with Saudi Arabia

The United States and Saudi Arabia have reached an agreement that will allow the kingdom to establish a civilian nuclear energy program. Under the deal, U.S. companies are expected to play a major role in building and operating facilities capable of producing enriched uranium, which is primarily used as fuel for nuclear power plants but can also be utilized in the production of nuclear weapons.

The agreement is expected to generate billions of dollars in business opportunities for American firms. However, it has also sparked concerns among nuclear experts and some Israeli officials, who fear the arrangement could eventually provide Saudi Arabia with the capability to develop nuclear weapons.

According to reports, the partnership permits U.S. companies to oversee the development and management of Saudi nuclear power infrastructure. As one of Washington's closest allies in the Middle East, alongside Israel, Saudi Arabia's pursuit of nuclear technology is likely to intensify concerns about nuclear proliferation in a region already affected by ongoing conflicts and geopolitical tensions.

The announcement comes as the United States and Israel continue to defend their military actions against Iran, arguing they are necessary to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons—an accusation that Iran has consistently denied.The report was presented by Clive Myrie on BBC News at Ten, featuring coverage from Sarah Smith in Washington.