U.S. Nuclear Deal Is a Coup for Saudi Crown Prince

“Saudi Arabia signed a long-sought deal to obtain American nuclear technology on Wednesday, deepening its ties with the United States at a time of war and uncertainty across the Middle East,” the New York Times reports.

“The civilian nuclear deal, which would allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium on its soil, represents a triumph for the kingdom’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman. He has been trying to seal such an agreement for more than five years, pushing against opposition from American officials and experts who have raised concerns that the Persian Gulf nation could use the technology to pursue a nuclear weapon, spurring a new Middle East arms race.”