RismadarVoice Reporters, June 15, 2026
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, has dismissed the United States–Iran agreement aimed at ending hostilities in West Asia and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that Israel is not bound by the pact.
Speaking via his Telegram channel on Monday, Ben Gvir said the deal “does not safeguard Israel’s security” and made clear that Jerusalem would not consider itself a party to the arrangement.
“Trump’s agreement does not bind us; we are not party to this agreement. It does not safeguard our security,” he stated, reiterating his hardline stance on regional security.
He further called for intensified action against Hezbollah, arguing that any settlement falling short of dismantling the group would be unacceptable.
“We must not settle for anything less than the dismantling of Hezbollah,” he added.
The comments come after former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that a preliminary agreement had been reached with Iran to end the conflict and facilitate the reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil shipping route.
The announcement reportedly triggered a drop in oil prices, although key issues, including Iran’s nuclear programme, are expected to be addressed in subsequent negotiations.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi also confirmed in a televised interview that a memorandum between Tehran and Washington had been finalised.
Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, Ben Gvir’s remarks underscore deep divisions in the region over the deal’s legitimacy and its implications for Israel’s security posture.
