Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium

President Donald Trump has approved an agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear program, according to two people familiar with the matter.

The people, who were not authorised to comment publicly about the yet to be formally announced decision, said the agreement is expected to be announced publicly as early as Wednesday (July 22, 2026).

The deal is expected to last 30 years and is also expected to involve U.S. firms in developing the programme. The deal could allow for the building of a uranium enrichment facility in Saudi Arabia following a joint U.S.-Saudi study.

The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the decision, which was first reported on by the Wall Street Journal.