- Jul 23
Trump demands Saudi Arabia recognize Israel to activate nuclear deal, sparking arms race fears in Middle East
The White House says the signed agreement will be canceled unless Riyadh normalizes ties with Israel, while Israeli opposition figures warn of a regional nuclear arms race.
- Jul 23
Trump ties Saudi nuclear deal to Israel recognition, throwing agreement into doubt
A day after signing a multibillion-dollar civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Riyadh, President Trump declared it 'totally subject' to Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords and normalizing relations with Israel, blindsiding Saudi officials and alarming critics.
- Jun 16
Oil prices tumble over 5% as US and Iran agree to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude falls below $83 a barrel and European gas slides after Washington and Tehran strike a peace accord that ends a three-month war and restores shipping through the world's critical oil chokepoint.
