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US assessment warns Saudi Arabia may still pursue nuclear arms
Original: Saudi Arabia may still pursue nuclear arms, US assessment warns
A new US intelligence assessment warns that Saudi Arabia may still be considering the pursuit of nuclear weapons, despite diplomatic efforts to keep the kingdom's nuclear programme strictly civilian. The warning highlights renewed concern over nuclear proliferation in the Middle East, particularly if regional rival Iran advances its own nuclear capabilities.
Why now: Concerns over Middle East nuclear proliferation have been renewed by the US assessment's warning about Saudi intentions.
Evidence
- Saudi Arabia may still pursue nuclear arms, US assessment warns · The Jerusalem Post
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