US-Saudi nuclear deal raises global proliferation concerns
The US under President Donald Trump signed a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to develop a civilian nuclear energy program.
The deal may permit Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium, a technology that can also produce material for nuclear weapons.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has linked the kingdom's nuclear plans to Iran's actions, warning of seeking a bomb if Iran builds one.
Experts call this a new phase of 'nuclear hedging,' where countries develop nuclear capabilities to potentially build weapons later.
The agreement is compared to the US 'Atoms for Peace' policy but includes concessions like limited international inspections, raising proliferation concerns.
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