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Eugene

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Mon Nov 5, 2018, 07:11 PM Nov 2018

Bin Salman launches Saudi Arabia's first nuclear plant project

Source: Al Jazeera

Bin Salman launches Saudi Arabia's first nuclear plant project

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman launches project to build the first nuclear research reactor in the kingdom.

2 hours ago

Saudi Arabia's crown prince has launched a project to build the first nuclear research reactor in the kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as MBS, launched seven strategic projects in renewable energy, atomic energy, water desalination, genetic medicine and the aircraft industry during his visit to King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology on Monday.

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The two most significant projects include a nuclear research reactor and a centre for the development of aircraft structures.

In March, MBS announced his country's readiness to develop nuclear weapons in the event that Iran heads in that direction.

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Read more: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2018/11/bin-salman-launches-saudi-arabia-nuclear-plant-project-181105192827938.html
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Bin Salman launches Saudi Arabia's first nuclear plant project (Original Post) Eugene Nov 2018 OP
this is going to freak out Iran. Mosby Nov 2018 #1
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