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- - US Vice President JD Vance criticized some Israeli government members for trying to influence US public opinion against a deal to end the war with Iran.
- Vance defended the deal, which aims to end the war, despite criticism for not curbing Iran's missile program or dismantling nuclear facilities.
- The comments highlight a growing public disagreement between the US and Israel regarding the Iran deal and broader regional policies.
Vice President JD Vance stated that some members of the Israeli government attempted to sway American public opinion against a US-brokered deal to end the war with Iran. These remarks were made in a podcast episode with host Joe Rogan, posted on Wednesday. Vance's comments amplify his prior criticisms of Israeli government policy, signaling a widening public rift between the two allied nations. Many observers view Vance as a potential future presidential candidate. The Vice President defended a deal reached last month to end the war. Critics in both the US and Israel have expressed concerns, arguing the agreement fails to adequately restrict Iran’s missile program and offers no clear path to dismantling its nuclear facilities. Additionally, critics contend the deal imposes constraints on Israel's operations against Hezbollah militants in Lebanon.
some members of the Israeli government had tried to influence US public opinion to oppose a deal by the US to end the war with Iran
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