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Normalisation not discussed during months of Saudi-US nuclear negotiations, sources say
United Kingdom🏛️ PoliticsConservative3 hr. ago

Normalisation not discussed during months of Saudi-US nuclear negotiations, sources say

Since November 2025, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia have been negotiating a civilian nuclear agreement, but diplomatic normalization with Israel was never mentioned in their discussions, according to U.S. officials. Less than 24 hours after signing the deal, President Donald Trump tweeted that the agreement was conditional on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords, which recognize Israel. This statement surprised officials, as Trump had recently spoken with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump has long advocated for Saudi Arabia to join the Accords, viewing them as his major foreign policy success. Experts warn that if Saudi Arabia proceeds with domestic uranium enrichment, it could trigger regional tensions, particularly with Iran and Israel. While the White House claims the deal benefits American interests, some analysts argue that Trump’s public stance could jeopardize the agreement.

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Middle East Eye logoMiddle East EyeIndependentConservative3 hr. ago
Normalisation not discussed during months of Saudi-US nuclear negotiations, sources say

Since November 2025, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia have been negotiating a civilian nuclear agreement, but diplomatic normalization with Israel was never mentioned in their discussions, according to U.S. officials. Less than 24 hours after signing the deal, President Donald Trump tweeted that the agreement was conditional on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords, which recognize Israel. This statement surprised officials, as Trump had recently spoken with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump has long advocated for Saudi Arabia to join the Accords, viewing them as his major foreign policy success. Experts warn that if Saudi Arabia proceeds with domestic uranium enrichment, it could trigger regional tensions, particularly with Iran and Israel. While the White House claims the deal benefits American interests, some analysts argue that Trump’s public stance could jeopardize the agreement.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames Trump's unilateral declaration as a significant shift in the negotiation process, emphasizing his personal influence over the deal despite formal agreements. It highlights Trump's advocacy for the Abraham Accords and portrays his actions as politically motivated, aligning with a '

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