US President Donald Trump announced that a landmark nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia is contingent on Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords and normalizing relations with Israel.

The deal, which would establish a civilian nuclear program in Saudi Arabia, hinges on Saudi Arabia's participation in the 2020 agreements that normalized ties between Israel and Arab nations.

While the agreement aims to advance economic and strategic interests, it has sparked concerns over nuclear proliferation, as Saudi Arabia's right to pursue civilian nuclear energy remains a contentious issue.

The deal includes provisions for US companies to potentially build uranium enrichment facilities in Saudi Arabia, though the US Energy Department did not confirm this detail.

Critics, including experts from the Atlantic Council, warn that allowing Saudi Arabia to develop enrichment capabilities could destabilize the region.

The agreement, signed under Section 123 of the US Atomic Energy Act, will be reviewed by Congress but is unlikely to face opposition due to political alignment.The move comes amid ongoing tensions with Iran over its nuclear program, highlighting the complex geopolitical dynamics at play.