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Jimmy Kimmel Mocks U.S.-Iran Deal as a Major Giveaway to Tehran

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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 18, 2026
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Jimmy Kimmel used his opening monologue to attack the U.S.-Iran agreement and mock the Trump administration for what he called sweeping concessions to Tehran. He said the deal left Iran stronger, gave it leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, and prompted criticism from Republicans and conservative figures.

  • 01Kimmel said the U.S.-Iran deal left Iran stronger and more dangerous.
  • 02He mocked the agreement as giving up a ceasefire and reopening an already open strait.
  • 03Kimmel said Washington spent billions and gave Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz.
  • 04He said the deal offered Tehran leverage even greater than nuclear weapons.
  • 05His remarks followed publication of the memorandum of understanding and criticism from Republicans.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Jimmy Kimmel Mocks U.S.-Iran Deal as a Major Giveaway to Tehran
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Jimmy Kimmel Says Trump’s Iran Deal Damages Israel and Empowers Tehran

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