China is helping Saudi Arabia build its own ballistic missiles

Satellite images reveal Saudi Arabia is developing ballistic missiles with China's help. The images show a facility using a burn pit to dispose of solid propellant, indicating active missile production. This development could affect Middle East geopolitics, especially as the US seeks to expand a nuclear deal with Iran. The rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia complicates potential agreements on missile technology. Additionally, US relations with China and a recent US missile sale to Saudi Arabia further complicate the situation.

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