Trump Administration Submits Civil Nuclear Deal with Saudi Arabia to Congress
President Trump has submitted a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review. This agreement, aimed at bolstering the kingdom's civilian nuclear program, will reportedly not move forward unless Saudi Arabia normalizes relations with Israel. The classified document…
Houston, TX, August 25, 2026 —
A civil nuclear cooperation agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia has been submitted to Congress for review, according to an announcement from the Trump administration. The agreement, which aims to support the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s civilian nuclear program, was formally presented to Capitol Hill on Monday.
Under the terms of the submission, Congress has a 90-day period to review the classified document. The future progression of this nuclear accord is reportedly contingent upon Saudi Arabia normalizing relations with Israel. This condition links the advancement of the nuclear agreement to broader geopolitical developments in the Middle East.
The specific details of the classified agreement have not been publicly disclosed. However, the stated purpose is to facilitate cooperation in the civilian nuclear sector. The administration’s decision to submit the agreement for congressional review marks a significant step in the process of international nuclear cooperation.
The timeframe for review allows members of Congress to examine the terms and implications of the deal. Any potential concerns or objections raised during this period could influence the future of the agreement.
Story summarized from the original created by Matthew Lee, Seung Min Kim And Aamer Madhani, Associated Press on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.
