President Trump has submitted a proposed civil nuclear energy agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress. The deal, finalized in July, would permit U.S. companies to export civilian nuclear technology to the kingdom. However, a U.S. administration official stated the agreement is contingent upon Saudi Arabia normalizing relations with Israel. This condition links the potential benefits of nuclear cooperation to progress in the Israeli-Saudi peace process. The submission to Congress initiates a review period for the agreement. The official, who wished to remain anonymous, confirmed the deal was sent on Monday. This move highlights the administration's strategy of using leverage to encourage broader Middle Eastern normalization.