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Trump approves deal between US, Saudi Arabia for nuclear programme | What it means
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Trump approves deal between US, Saudi Arabia for nuclear programme | What it means
This deal, which was first talked about in 2023, is expected to be formalised soon and once in place, will be in effect for the next 30 years.
Published on: Jul 22, 2026, 14:14:46 IST By Danita Yadav Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link US President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia which would allow the kingdom to develop its own civilian nuclear programme. President Donald Trump with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office of the White House (AP) This deal, which was first talked about in 2023, is expected to be formalised soon. As per reports, the US-Saudi deal is estimated to last for around 30 years and is worth tens of billions of dollars. President Trump greenlit the agreement late last week, as per WSJ, and the accord is expected to be signed on Wednesday. The report added that the accord will be signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and his Saudi counterpart, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.US to aid Saudi nuclear programme
Based on a report by the Wall Street Journal, the deal is designed to provide American companies with a central role in the development of a Saudi nuclear programme. While the deal has yet to be formally announced by the countries, it paves the way for significant US influence over the kingdom's nuclear programme, which, according to officials from the Trump administration, would prevent its misuse. The deal is now expected to be submitted to Congress for review and is expected to receive backlash, especially due to American apprehension towards nuclear technology in the West Asia region. The deal for the Saudi's nuclear programme also comes as the conflict between the United States and Iran escalates, bringing the Gulf region, once again, on the brink of war. Iran and Saudi Arabia have been and remain regional rivals. As per critics, the agreement puts the Trump administration in an awkward position because on one hand, it's calling for limits on the Iranian nuclear programme and on the other, the US will help Saudi Arabia with building the programme and uranium enrichment. However, as per WSJ, Trump officials have said that there is no contradiction if the Saudi program is subject to effective safeguards. Furthermore, according to people familiar with the matter, the US-Saudi agreement is not expected to include additional protocol from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). While Saudi Arabia is a member of the IAEA, the deal does not mention any other norms for monitoring inspections and verification.The Israel factor
When this deal first surfaced in 2023 under the Biden administration, a key norm for the development of the Saudi nuclear programme was that the kingdom would normalise its ties with Israel. With a push from Washington, officials from Israel and Saudi Arabia also visited Tel Aviv and Riyadh for the first time. However, with the start of the Gaza war in October 2023, Saudi Arabia stated it would not normalise its ties or pursue a similar path until a two-state solution was guaranteed for Palestine. Fast forward to 2026, amid the Iran war, Trump has pushed for Saudi Arabia and other Islamic states to join the Abraham Accords, whose sole purpose is to normalise ties with Israel and recognise it as a legitimate country in the region. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Danita Yadav Danita Yadav is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times. Based in New Delhi, Danita serves as a pivotal voice in international reportage in the team. Operating under the mandate of delivering "without the noise", Danita excels at distilling complex geopolitical developments into lucid, objective narratives which prioritise factual accuracy over sensationalism. In HT, Danita has been recognised for her breaking news efforts and time-bound coverage of the Air India crash, which has driven over 2 million users to the website through trusted, factual coverage of the incident. Thriving in high-pressure editorial environments, Danita has also cultivated a reputation for navigating the nuances of global diplomacy and cross-border policy. With over four years of experience in the journalism industry, Danita has spent her years diving deep into the coverage of international relations and global conflicts. She has previously worked with the news teams at Outlook India and Times Network, covering a wide range of beats and topics, from education curricula and student protests to Indian politics and international conflicts such as the Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan wars. Danita earned her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi. Beyond the newsroom and her love for international relations, you'll find Danita 'geeking' out over books, music and BTS. Her appreciation for global pop culture and storytelling also added to her unique perspective on the "soft power" dynamics that increasingly have shaped international relations in the ever-changing global order.Read More Us News Us Iran War Iran Saudi Arabia Donald Trump Get the latest World News, breaking headlines and global updates from the US, UK, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Russia and other countries. Follow major international events on Hindustan Times. Home/World News/Trump Approves Deal Between US, Saudi Arabia For Nuclear Programme | What It Means See LessUS President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia which would allow the kingdom to develop its own civilian nuclear programme.
This deal, which was first talked about in 2023, is expected to be formalised soon. As per reports, the US-Saudi deal is estimated to last for around 30 years and is worth tens of billions of dollars.
President Trump greenlit the agreement late last week, as per WSJ, and the accord is expected to be signed on Wednesday. The report added that the accord will be signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and his Saudi counterpart, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman.
While the deal has yet to be formally announced by the countries, it paves the way for significant US influence over the kingdom's nuclear programme, which, according to officials from the Trump administration, would prevent its misuse.
The deal is now expected to be submitted to Congress for review and is expected to receive backlash, especially due to American apprehension towards nuclear technology in the West Asia region.
The deal for the Saudi's nuclear programme also comes as the conflict between the United States and Iran escalates, bringing the Gulf region, once again, on the brink of war.
Iran and Saudi Arabia have been and remain regional rivals. As per critics, the agreement puts the Trump administration in an awkward position because on one hand, it's calling for limits on the Iranian nuclear programme and on the other, the US will help Saudi Arabia with building the programme and uranium enrichment.
However, as per WSJ, Trump officials have said that there is no contradiction if the Saudi program is subject to effective safeguards.
Furthermore, according to people familiar with the matter, the US-Saudi agreement is not expected to include additional protocol from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
While Saudi Arabia is a member of the IAEA, the deal does not mention any other norms for monitoring inspections and verification.
With a push from Washington, officials from Israel and Saudi Arabia also visited Tel Aviv and Riyadh for the first time. However, with the start of the Gaza war in October 2023, Saudi Arabia stated it would not normalise its ties or pursue a similar path until a two-state solution was guaranteed for Palestine.
Fast forward to 2026, amid the Iran war, Trump has pushed for Saudi Arabia and other Islamic states to join the Abraham Accords, whose sole purpose is to normalise ties with Israel and recognise it as a legitimate country in the region.
Source: HindustanTimes
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