Trump Says No US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Without Abraham Accords Membership
Trump Links US-Saudi Nuclear Deal to Abraham Accords
Washington: US President Donald Trump has stated that Saudi Arabia must become part of the Abraham Accords before the United States will move ahead with a civil nuclear agreement with the Kingdom.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Abraham Accords remains an important condition for the proposed nuclear cooperation between the two countries.
Trump Outlines Position on Nuclear Cooperation
During his remarks, President Trump said the United States would not finalize a nuclear agreement if Saudi Arabia chooses not to join the Abraham Accords.
He added that Washington continues to support regional cooperation and believes the agreement plays an important role in Middle East diplomacy.
Comments on Iran Negotiations
Trump also addressed the ongoing situation involving Iran.
He said discussions with Iranian officials are continuing and suggested that Tehran appears to be taking the negotiations more seriously than before.
According to Trump, the United States is still evaluating its options and no final decision has been made regarding any broader military action.
Civil Nuclear Program Explained
The proposed agreement between Washington and Riyadh focuses on a peaceful civilian nuclear energy program.
According to previous US statements, the plan would not permit uranium enrichment and would be limited to civilian energy production under agreed conditions.
The proposal still requires approval through the US congressional process before it can take effect.
Regional Diplomatic Importance
The Abraham Accords remain one of the major diplomatic initiatives in the Middle East.
US officials view wider regional participation as an important part of future cooperation, while Saudi Arabia has not formally joined the agreement.
Observers believe the issue could influence future diplomatic and strategic relations between Washington and Riyadh.
Conclusion
Trump’s latest remarks indicate that the proposed US-Saudi civil nuclear agreement remains tied to broader regional diplomatic developments. Discussions on both the nuclear deal and Middle East diplomacy are expected to continue in the coming months.
