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'Trump's deal does not bind us': Israeli leaders decry Lebanon’s inclusion in US-Iran deal

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  • Israeli leaders, including the National Security Minister, stated that Israel is not bound by the US-Iran ceasefire agreement brokered by President Trump.
  • Officials criticized the deal for not ensuring Israel's security, potentially funneling funds to Iran, and leaving its nuclear infrastructure intact.
  • Some Israeli politicians used the agreement to criticize Prime Minister Netanyahu, while others emphasized the strong bond between Trump and Netanyahu.

Israeli leaders have declared that the nation is not obligated by the US-Iran ceasefire agreement recently brokered by President Donald Trump. Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir asserted on social media that "Trump's agreement does not bind us. Israel is not subject to the United States, and we are an independent and sovereign nation."

Ben-Gvir further stated that Israel is not a partner to an agreement that fails to guarantee its security. He emphasized that Israel must not compromise on dismantling Hezbollah, withdrawing from captured territory, or allowing threats along its northern border. He also stressed the need to address fire directed at the State of Israel.

Trump's agreement does not bind us. Israel is not subject to the United States, and we are an independent and sovereign nation.

— Itamar Ben-GvirThe Israeli Minister of National Security stated his country's position on the US-Iran ceasefire deal via an X/Twitter post.

Other Israeli officials echoed these sentiments. Yair Golan, leader of The Democrats, criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu, suggesting he "stood on the sidelines" as Israel's military gains were nullified. Golan described the agreement as a "strategic failure" that funnels billions to Iran, leaves its nuclear infrastructure untouched, and supports the Tehran regime. He argued that replacing Netanyahu is an "existential security imperative."

Trump signs an agreement that funnels billions to the Ayatollahs' regime, leaves the nuclear infrastructure intact, preserves the ballistic threat as is, and throws a lifeline to the murderous regime in Tehran.

— Yair GolanThe leader of The Democrats party criticized the US-Iran agreement and its implications for Israel's security.

Benny Gantz, leader of the Blue and White party, cautioned against any restrictions on Israel's freedom of action in Lebanon or withdrawals that could endanger residents of the north. He characterized the emerging agreement with Iran as a strategic failure that will necessitate future diplomatic, military, and legal struggles.

Conversely, MK Miki Zohar highlighted the enduring strength of the relationship between Trump and Netanyahu, predicting further developments before elections. Defense Minister Israel Katz indicated that he and Netanyahu were formulating a policy regarding the Israel Defense Forces' actions.

Under no circumstances - it is forbidden to agree to restrict Israel's freedom of action in Lebanon or to a withdrawal that endangers the residents of the north.

— Benny GantzThe leader of the Blue and White party expressed concerns about the potential impact of the agreement on Israel's northern border.
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