US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a nuclear cooperation agreement, potentially enabling Saudi uranium enrichment for civilian programs. The deal includes a 123 agreement and bilateral safeguards but excludes the IAEA's Additional Protocol, raising concerns about proliferation risks. The agreement, expected to involve U.S. firms and face congressional review, is framed as upholding nonproliferation standards.