Israeli Ministers Slam U.S.-Iran Deal, Say Israel Not Bound

Israeli ministers criticised the US-Iran peace deal, saying Israel is not bound by the agreement and citing national security concerns officials said The finalization of a U.S.-Iran agreement has triggered wide political reactions in Iran, Israel, Europe and the United States, as details of the deal continue to circulate without an officially published text. U.S. President Donald Trump has said the agreement is “complete” and will bring an end to hostilities, lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iran, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The deal is expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday. In Israel, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said the agreement is not binding on Israel, arguing that the country is not a party to any arrangement that does not guarantee its security. He called for continued pressure on Hezbollah and said Israel should not accept anything less than its dismantlement. Iranian officials presented mixed reactions. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the agreement should not be interpreted as trust in the United States, adding that Tehran will closely monitor implementation. He said the naval blockade would end and that fighting across multiple fronts, including Lebanon, would stop immediately and permanently. Other Iranian officials, including presidential aides and members of parliament, described the deal as a framework covering an end to fighting, easing maritime restrictions, unfreezing assets and postponing nuclear-related talks to a later stage. However, some hardliners reportedly expressed dissatisfaction, questioning guarantees on sanctions relief and control over the Strait of Hormuz. Markets reacted quickly to the announcement, with oil prices falling and Asian stock markets rising on expectations of improved energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route. The U.S.-Iran agreement follows months of escalating tensions in the Middle East that disrupted maritime trade and raised concerns over global energy security. The Strait of Hormuz, through which a significant share of the world’s oil passes, has been central to negotiations. Reuters reported that the framework includes a ceasefire arrangement, reopening of key shipping routes and further talks on sanctions relief and Iran’s nuclear programme. However, no official text has been published, and key details remain unverified by either government. The deal has divided opinion internationally. European leaders, including France, Germany and the European Commission, have welcomed the agreement and called for swift implementation, particularly the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Turkey and the United Nations also expressed support, urging restraint and continued diplomacy. The post Israeli Ministers Slam U.S.-Iran Deal, Say Israel Not Bound appeared first on Khaama Press.