Ben-Gvir: Israel is not a US colony, rejects Iran deal

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has sharply criticized a recent agreement between the United States and Iran, asserting that Israel is not subservient to American policy.

"Trump's deal does not bind us. Israel is not a colony (subject) of the United States," Ben-Gvir declared on social media. He further stated that Israel would not be party to any agreement that does not guarantee its security, demanding the complete dismantling of Hezbollah.

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Trump's deal does not bind us. Israel is not a colony (subject) of the United States.

Ben-Gvir also issued a stern warning regarding actions against Lebanon. He suggested that for every drone or missile launched from Lebanon towards Israel, Israel would retaliate with an attack on the Dahieh district of Beirut.

This strong reaction comes after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a cessation of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, following the US-Iran accord. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi confirmed the agreement, with a memorandum of understanding slated for signing in Switzerland on June 19.

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We are not party to this agreement that does not secure our safety, and this agreement does not bind us in any way. We should not settle for anything less than the complete dissolution of Hezbollah. We must absolutely not remain silent for a moment in the face of fire directed at Israel.