The United States signed a landmark deal on Wednesday that allows Saudi Arabia to develop a nuclear program. At the same time, President Trump is escalating the war in Iran, a conflict that the White House says aims to destroy the country’s nuclear capabilities.

David E. Sanger, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, explains what Saudi Arabia and the United States are getting out of the deal.

Guest: David E. Sanger, the White House and national security correspondent for The New York Times.

Background reading:

The United States signed a deal to help Saudi Arabia obtain nuclear power.
With his latest threats, Mr. Trump has signaled to Iran that he is willing to escalate.

Photo: Kenny Holston/The New York Times

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