US plans to announce nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia: Media

WASHINGTON: The United States plans to announce a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (Jul 22) that would help establish a civilian nuclear programme in the kingdom, according to media reports.The move comes as Washington continues to fight a war with Iran that began in part over US concerns with Tehran's own nuclear programme - an issue that remains a key point of contention during now-stalled talks between the two foes.Citing two unnamed US officials, the New York Times reported on Tuesday that the Trump administration planned to formally sign and announce the deal with the Saudis on Wednesday.President Donald Trump's administration said the agreement would provide billions of dollars for the US nuclear industry. A provision in the 30-year deal would potentially see American com