Former President Donald Trump has stated that any agreement to assist Saudi Arabia in developing nuclear energy is contingent upon the kingdom formally recognizing Israel. This condition would require Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords, a series of diplomatic agreements that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations.
While defending the proposed nuclear cooperation, Trump acknowledged concerns regarding the potential for a regional arms race. Critics have characterized the plan as dangerous, warning that the proliferation of nuclear technology could destabilize the Middle East and trigger a competitive expansion of nuclear capabilities across the region.
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