It could have consequences far beyond the Middle East

But without “gold standard” constraints, the pact could allow Riyadh to eventually develop a warhead.

By omitting critical inspection safeguards, the deal could provide a pathway for Riyadh to divert civilian technology into a nuclear arsenal, US media report

TOI correspondant from Washington: The Trump White House is expected to unveil a landmark 30-year civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in a deal…