Israel must oppose the Iran understandings with all it’s got
The emerging deal with Iran will make it very difficult for Israel to attack alone if it concludes that the time has come.
By Jacob Nagel, IH 06-16-2023 12:33
According to all indications, the negotiations between the United States and Iran on a nuclear deal known as “freeze for freeze” – which is actually “quiet for money” – are on the verge of finalizing what the sides call “understandings” (as opposed to an official agreement).
The idea is to freeze Iran’s progress when it comes to highly enriched uranium in exchange for partial sanction relief (oil sales), the release of some frozen funds, and the freeing of prisoners. Presenting this as understandings and not as an agreement will likely allow the administration to avoid going to Congress, where it is likely to face fierce opposition.
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