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U.S. intelligence assesses Saudi Arabia open to nuclear weapons development

An intelligence assessment examined Saudi Arabia's military ambitions as Congress reviews a new civilian nuclear deal.

U.S. intelligence has assessed that Saudi Arabia is open to developing nuclear weapons.
The assessment examines Saudi Arabia's broader military ambitions and comes amid congressional review of a proposed civilian nuclear deal.
The finding raises questions about the implications of expanding U.S. nuclear cooperation with the kingdom.

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“An intelligence assessment examined Saudi Arabia's military ambitions as Congress reviews a new civilian nuclear deal between the U.S. and the kingdom.”
— New York Times · source
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