Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal that could allow uranium enrichment, AP sources say
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President Donald Trump has approved a nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia that could allow uranium enrichment for civilian purposes. The deal, expected to be announced Wednesday, would last 30 years and involve US firms. Two anonymous sources familiar with the matter confirmed the approval.
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President Trump personally approved the agreement.
US President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear programme.
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The agreement is expected to be announced publicly as early as Wednesday.
Prediction- President Trump personally approved the agreement.
- The deal is yet to be formally announced, indicating political timing considerations.
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Loaded language removedUS President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear programme, according to two people familiar with the matter.
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The agreement is expected to be announced publicly as early as Wednesday.
PredictionThe deal is expected to last 30 years and involve US firms.
PredictionUS President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear programme.
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