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US approves 30-year nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump has approved a 30-year nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, aimed at developing the kingdom's civilian nuclear infrastructure. The deal, expected to be officially announced on Wednesday, July 22, grants American companies, such as Westinghouse Electric, a central role in construction projects worth billions of dollars. A key component of the agreement involves a potential joint feasibility study that could authorize the construction of domestic uranium enrichment or plutonium reprocessing facilities within Saudi territory. While the US administration frames this as a peaceful energy program, some media reports suggest the terms may offer fewer international inspection safeguards than typical agreements. Lawmakers from both major US parties have raised concerns regarding nuclear proliferation, while regional powers like Iran and Israel are reportedly monitoring the situation closely. The agreement requires congressional review to proceed. If finalized, it would significantly deepen the strategic and economic ties between Washington and Riyadh.

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