21.09.2023 - 12:21 [ New York Times ]

Biden Aides and Saudis Explore Defense Treaty Modeled After Asian Pacts

(19.09.2023)

Prince Mohammed is also asking the Biden administration to help his country develop a civilian nuclear program, which some U.S. officials fear could be cover for a nuclear weapons program to counter Iran.

Any treaty with Saudi Arabia that is similar to the American pacts with East Asian allies is sure to draw strong objections in Congress.