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US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Sparks Fears of Global Arms Race
NYT > World News·Friday, 24 July 2026
The United States has put Saudi Arabia on a path to enriching uranium on its own soil as part of a nuclear energy deal. Countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East are now seeking similar nuclear capabilities to hedge against aggressive neighbours and a less reliable Washington. Analysts warn this could usher in a more freewheeling nuclear era.
Why It Matters
A nuclear arms race in the Middle East and Asia directly affects regional stability that India depends on, and sets a precedent for how the US handles nuclear deals with other nations.
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