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A preliminary agreement between the US and Iran, expected to be formally signed in Switzerland, has caused an "awkward rift" between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, Israel, Iran, US
What
A preliminary agreement between the US and Iran, expected to be formally signed in Switzerland, has caused an "awkward rift" between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:07:57 GMT · 1h 44m ago
Where
Switzerland ·
Why
The agreement includes a halt to military operations and a 60-day negotiation period, which Israeli officials fear could prevent them from taking military action while key issues remain under discussion, despite initially supporting a war against Iran.
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The US-Iran agreement highlights a significant divergence in interests between the US and Israel, as Israel fears being sidelined and restricted from acting against perceived threats in the region, potentially impacting Netanyahu's political standing ahead of elections.

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