Opposition leader Yair Lapid launched a scathing attack tonight against Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, arguing that the emerging agreement between the United States and Iran represents a major strategic setback for Israel and fails to achieve the objectives that justified the recent conflict.
In a statement posted on social media, Lapid claimed the developing agreement leaves Iran’s core military capabilities intact and poses a long-term threat to Israel’s security.
“The emerging agreement achieves none of Israel’s war objectives,” Lapid wrote. “The regime survives, the missile program remains, and Iran can rebuild its nuclear program.”
Lapid went on to accuse Netanyahu of undermining Israel’s independence and failing to translate military gains into lasting diplomatic achievements.
“This is Netanyahu’s total failure, and along the way he is turning us into a protectorate that receives instructions regarding its national security,” Lapid said.
The opposition leader also dismissed what he described as anticipated efforts by the government to portray the agreement as a success.
“No press conference, no media spin, and no AI video will hide the failure.”
Lapid’s comments came amid growing debate in Israel over reports that the United States and Iran are nearing a framework agreement that could pave the way for broader negotiations.
Senior Israeli officials reportedly expressed similar concerns Saturday evening, with some security figures warning that the proposed arrangement heavily favors Tehran.
According to those officials, “the Iranians got everything they wanted,” and they argued that the deal could jeopardize key Israeli security interests.
The criticism followed President Donald Trump’s announcement that a framework agreement with Iran is expected to be signed Sunday.
International reports indicated that Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said the ceremony would take place in Islamabad and be conducted electronically, though Iranian officials later disputed aspects of those reports.
Lapid concluded by arguing that a future Israeli government may be forced to address what he views as the shortcomings of the current administration’s approach to Iran.
“The next government will have a historic task: to repair the damage caused by Netanyahu’s inability to turn military achievements into strategic successes.”
{Matzav.com}