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Israel's Fury Over U.S.-Iran Strait of Hormuz Deal: Netanyahu Faces Backlash

15 June 2026 10:35

Israelis reacted angrily Monday to the U.S.-Iran interim deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, criticizing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Key facts: 1) Netanyahu faces accusations of hubris and misjudging Trump's war appetite.

2) The deal could take weeks or months to fully restore oil flow. 3) It complicates Israel's Lebanon campaign against Hezbollah.

4) Iran emerges stronger, with sanctions relief and frozen assets likely. The deal leaves Netanyahu isolated and politically vulnerable ahead of fall elections.

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