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I largely agree, but would add:

Saudi use of US precision weapons systems has been far from precise.

It still depends on weapon system operator skill, as well as rules of engagement, IE not knowingly targeting civilians or having much higher thresholds for civilian casualties.

As far as Saudi nuclear development, the Saudis have never been know for doing things themselves, preferring to hire mercenaries.

In the case of nuclear development, I think it’s safe to say that Saudi financing for Pakistani nuclear development (directly or tangentially) represents a nuclear program by proxy.

If push came to shove, I could easily imagine Pakistan flying several “leased” nuclear weapons to Saudi Arabia to:

1) ensure Saudi regime continuity

2) enhance existing Pakistani influence with Saudi