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Former Israeli PM Bennett Condemns US-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Strategic Failure

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Former Israeli PM Bennett Condemns US-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Strategic Failure
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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

What happened

Naftali Bennett criticized the US-Saudi nuclear deal allowing uranium enrichment, calling it a strategic failure that sidelines Israel and risks regional nuclear escalation. He condemned the current Israeli government's inability to protect national security and promised to restore Israel's influence if returned to power. The deal was officially approved by US President Donald Trump, sparking concerns about a Middle East nuclear arms race.

  • 01Naftali Bennett condemns US-Saudi nuclear deal permitting uranium enrichment.
  • 02He warns the deal risks a regional nuclear arms race and endangers Israel's security.
  • 03Bennett accuses current Israeli government of losing influence internationally.
  • 04He pledges to restore Israel's regional and global standing if his party returns to power.
  • 05US President Trump officially approved the nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia.
  • 06The deal excludes Israel from negotiations and raises strategic concerns.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Former Israeli PM Bennett Condemns US-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Strategic Failure
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Naftali Bennett Criticizes US-Saudi Nuclear Deal as Strategic Failure for Israel

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