From nukes to AI-powered drones: Saudi Arabia's sophisticated wishlist for Washington

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is seeking a sophisticated range of military and technological assets from Washington, including a major defense deal, AI chips, and AI-powered drones. The wishlist also includes a potential push for the US to station nuclear weapons in the kingdom, reflecting a desire to be under the American nuclear umbrella. This visit to Washington comes as the crown prince feels emboldened, having resisted pressure to normalize relations with Israel and having stayed out of a direct conflict between Israel and Iran. The negotiations reflect a US administration willing to discuss high-level technology in exchange for significant foreign sales, despite potential security concerns.