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Saudi Arabia has not abandoned its nuclear weapons program
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Saudi Arabia has not abandoned its nuclear weapons program

منبع تصویر: isna.ir

By Euronews Farsi Editorial 2 min Read time 31,861

Despite its peaceful nuclear agreement with the United States, Saudi Arabia still considers pursuing a nuclear weapons program. U.S. officials have recently provided confidential information to Congress indicating that Saudi has never abandoned this program.

Developments in Saudi Arabia's Nuclear Program

According to intelligence assessments, Saudi Arabia is developing the necessary infrastructure for nuclear weapons. These assessments indicate that Riyadh is seeking to acquire more advanced nuclear technologies that could lead to nuclear weapons. This perspective from U.S. officials comes as Saudi Arabia has repeatedly stated that the country's nuclear program is solely for peaceful purposes and electricity generation.

International Implications

Concerns related to Saudi Arabia's nuclear program may have widespread implications for regional and global security. Neighboring countries and global powers are closely monitoring Saudi Arabia's situation, and if this trend continues, international pressures and sanctions are likely to increase. This could lead to heightened tensions in the Middle East and instability in international relations.

Saudi Arabia is trying to establish itself as a nuclear power in the Middle East, which could spark new rivalries in the region. In such circumstances, many questions arise about the future of security and stability in the Middle East. Can Saudi Arabia achieve its nuclear goals without causing global concerns?

Source: isna.ir