Nuclear proliferation in the Middle East remains an issue of concern. Saudi Arabia s actions will largely rest on Iran s decisions, and discussions and preparations within Saudi Arabia would suggest that it is ready to react to potential shifts in the region s nuclear powers.

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Saudi Arabia and Nuclear Weapons" uses an "inside out" approach that emphasises the Saudis own national interests in relation to the nuclear threat, and their understanding of the role of nuclear weapons in defense, foreign policy and the concept of deterrence. It is the first study with comprehensive use of...

Nuclear proliferation in the Middle East remains an issue of concern. Saudi Arabia's actions will largely rest on Iran's decisions, and discussions and preparations within Saudi Arabia would suggest that it is ready to react to potential shifts in the region's nuclear powers.

Saudi Arabia and Nuclear Weapons uses an "inside out" approach that emphasises the Saudis' own national interests in relation to the nuclear threat, and their understanding of the role of nuclear weapons in defense, foreign policy and the concept of deterrence. It is the first study with...