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CENC reported a magnitude 5.3 earthquake at 18:36 on July 18 in Tajikistan (37.70°N, 72.55°E); hypocenter depth 140 km.

CNN, citing sources and reviewed documents, reports the Trump administration has tentatively agreed to allow Saudi Arabia to carry out uranium enrichment and not to implement international safeguards designed to prevent weapons development. Negotiations concluded in October 2025, but a draft nuclear agreement to support Riyadh’s civilian program remains unsigned and awaits Trump’s signature. Two sources said the current war with Iran — which Trump has said was partly intended to stop Tehran using enriched uranium to build weapons — has contributed to the administration’s decision to delay signing. One source added some on Capitol Hill believe the delay reflects concern a likely bipartisan resolution of disapproval could block the deal. Experts warn the accord, absent strict safeguards, could provide Saudi Arabia a pathway to nuclear weapons.