Trump Conditions Saudi Civil Nuclear Deal on Joining Abraham Accords
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
President Trump announced that the U.S.-Saudi civil nuclear cooperation deal will only proceed if Saudi Arabia joins the Abraham Accords, emphasizing non-proliferation and peaceful use. The agreement, signed alongside a defense pact, aims to build a multi-decade strategic partnership. U.S. officials stressed the accords' high safety standards and economic benefits, while Israel signals potential expansion of the Abraham Accords.
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- Trump conditions U.S.-Saudi civil nuclear deal on Saudi Arabia joining Abraham Accords.
- The 123 Agreement and a defense pact establish a multi-billion-dollar, long-term partnership.
- The deal excludes uranium enrichment and focuses on peaceful nuclear uses.
- U.S. Energy Secretary highlights trade growth and nuclear safety standards.
- President Trump credited for advancing a U.S. nuclear renaissance benefiting both nations.
- Netanyahu signals possible expansion of the Abraham Accords in the region.
On June 26, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the civil nuclear cooperation agreement signed between the U.S. Department of Energy and Saudi Arabia will only be approved if Saudi Arabia joins the Abraham Accords. The agreement, which concerns peaceful nuclear uses similar to existing civilian programs in Iran and the UAE, excludes any uranium enrichment. Trump emphasized that the U.S. supports civilian nuclear facilities but insists on non-proliferation commitments.
The previous day, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman signed the so-called 123 Agreement alongside a bilateral defense pact. These agreements establish a legal framework for a multi-decade partnership valued in the billions of dollars, aimed at advancing economic and strategic priorities, including nuclear non-proliferation.
Wright highlighted that the agreements reflect a shared commitment to strengthening U.S.-Saudi trade relations, promoting prosperity, and ensuring security for the alliance. He assured that the accords meet the highest standards of nuclear safety and non-proliferation, leveraging top U.S. nuclear technology and expertise. Wright credited President Trump for driving a U.S. nuclear renaissance that will benefit both American and Saudi peoples in the long term.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also announced the possibility of expanding the Abraham Accords, underscoring the accords' growing regional significance.
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