U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance has said that the reaction of some Israeli political circles to the agreement between the United States and Iran reflects “strange anxiety” and is based on a misunderstanding of Washington’s policies.
In an interview with The New York Times on Thursday, Vance said that there is a perception within Israel’s political system that any U.S. decision ultimately benefits Iran. According to him, however, this perception does not align with reality.
He added, “The agreement is not written in that way,” emphasizing that the accord between the United States and Iran is not designed to unilaterally guarantee a change in Tehran’s behavior, but rather represents a balanced process.
Some allies of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as well as other Israeli officials, have expressed concerns about the agreement, stating that their demands regarding Iran’s nuclear program and ballistic missile activities have not been met. They are also worried that the deal could limit Israel’s military actions against Hezbollah, the Iran-backed group in Lebanon.
Vance said that the United States will not ease sanctions on Tehran as long as Iran continues to support groups that Washington designates as terrorist organizations.
He added, “This concern in Israel seems strange to me because it stems from distrust, whereas the United States has maintained its credibility in the region.”
Vance further stressed that U.S.-Israel relations remain strong and that claims that Washington has made a “weak or flawed deal” are not consistent with the facts.
Writer:Saeed Sameer
