Israelis argry over U.S.-Iran peace deal lash out at Netanyahu
Summary
Israelis reacted with anger to a new agreement between the U.S. and Iran aimed at ending conflict. Many blame Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for mismanaging relations with the U.S. and Iran, while Netanyahu says he will keep working to stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- The U.S. and Iran reached an initial deal to wind down their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iranian officials say their nuclear program is for peaceful use, but Netanyahu says he will prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- Many Israelis, including politicians across different parties, criticize Netanyahu, blaming him for Israel's weakened position after the deal.
- Netanyahu's rival, Yair Lapid, said the agreement is a failure of Israel's security policy under Netanyahu.
- Israel is not part of the U.S.-Iran deal but is involved in regional conflict, especially in southern Lebanon with Iranian-backed Hezbollah.
- Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel would keep troops in Lebanon despite pressure related to the deal.
- President Donald Trump decided to end U.S. conflict with Iran even though it might limit Israel’s military actions in Lebanon.
- Some hardline Israeli politicians oppose the deal and want to continue fighting Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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