US signs a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia [SOUND]

# US president Donald Trump has approved a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, which would allow the Gulf Kingdom to develop a civilian nuclear energy programme with support from American companies. Saudi Arabia, a longtime American ally, hosts several US bases, which Iranian attacks have targeted. The agreements will now be transmitted to Congress for a mandatory review period. The US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says the deal is expected to expand American nuclear technology exports and strengthen America’s energy and national security posture: