In this Independent Sentinel article, M Dowling reveals that Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is poised to undermine President Trump’s peace deal with Iran by refusing to withdraw troops from Lebanon or limit actions against Hezbollah, while U.S. intelligence doubts Iran’s nuclear compliance.
- Netanyahu reportedly told Trump that Israel, as a sovereign nation, does not have to adhere to the deal’s stipulations regarding Lebanon and will strike Iran or Hezbollah whenever necessary for its security.
- Israeli officials stated Jerusalem will not accept any agreement that restricts its ability to defend against Hezbollah threats.
- Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed the U.S.-Iran deal, which includes immediate cessation of military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, to be signed in Switzerland this Friday.
- CIA Director John Ratcliffe expressed serious doubts to Trump and officials that Iran will follow through on required nuclear concessions in the agreement.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio shares skepticism about Tehran’s willingness to comply, reflecting broader concerns within Trump’s national security team.
- If Iran fails to comply, it would forfeit any sanctions relief or funds, potentially leading to renewed U.S. military action.
- The developments highlight tensions between the Trump administration’s diplomatic push and Israel’s determination to prioritize its own security needs.
Read the full story:
https://www.independentsentinel.com/israel-could-blow-up-the-iran-deal/
