During a telephone conference on Saturday, President Donald Trump spoke with several leaders from the Gulf States who expressed support for the draft agreement between Iran and the United States. While some of these countries were previously hesitant about ending the military operation in Iran without significant changes within the Iranian regime, they now prioritize restoring regional stability for economic development. These Arab countries believed they were shielded from the risks of war.
However, Israel has shown less enthusiasm for the agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu raised concerns about the deal, particularly the provision to halt fighting on all fronts, including in Lebanon where Israel faces the Hezbollah militia. Netanyahu also worries about a potential peace accord not addressing the increasing production of Iranian ballistic missiles, which poses a significant threat to Israel.
Netanyahu believes the job in Iran is not yet completed as the regime remains intact. Israel initially joined the conflict to eliminate existential threats but feels unsatisfied as the Iranian regime continues to stand strong.
In the United States, some Republican politicians, known as “hawks” who prefer military action over diplomacy, have reservations about Trump’s approach to ending the war. Senator Roger Wicker, chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, expressed concerns about a proposed 60-day ceasefire, calling it a potential catastrophe that could undermine previous military efforts.
Senator Ted Cruz from Texas also shares worries about Trump’s stance, urging the President to defend America and uphold his red lines. Trump had previously stated that there would be no agreement without Iran’s unconditional surrender.
[Context: Arab countries support Iran-US agreement, Israel concerns, US Republican senators critique Trump’s approach. Fact Check: Netanyahu worries about Iran’s ballistic missiles, US senators concerned about potential ceasefire disaster]
