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Coalition Figures Blast U.S.-Iran Understanding as Dangerous to Israel

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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Arutz Sheva · Jun 17, 2026
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Israeli coalition officials condemned the new U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, saying it harms Israel’s security interests and could undercut efforts in Lebanon. The agreement was signed by Donald Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian and immediately drew criticism from Ofir Sofer and Likud MK Avichay Buaron.

  • 01Ofir Sofer said no one in Israel is happy with the U.S.-Iran deal.
  • 02He rejected any Israeli withdrawal from the security zone in southern Lebanon.
  • 03Avichay Buaron called the agreement a strategic mistake and opposed it completely.
  • 04Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian signed the memorandum overnight.
  • 05Trump said the deal achieves everything the U.S. wanted and more.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Coalition Figures Blast U.S.-Iran Understanding as Dangerous to Israel
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Jerusalem Officials Warn U.S.-Iran Understanding Eases Pressure Too Soon

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