Netanyahu: Any U.S.-Iran deal must dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure
Netanyahu: Any U.S.-Iran deal must dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure
Netanyahu tells a US Jewish groups conference that any deal with Iran must dismantle nuclear infrastructure, not just halt enrichment, as talks loom.
Netanyahu told the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organisations that any U.S.-Iran deal must include dismantling Iran's nuclear infrastructure, not merely stopping enrichment. He insisted there shall be no enrichment capability, saying: “There shall be no enrichment capability - not stopping the enrichment process, but dismantling the equipment and the infrastructure that allows you to enrich in the first place.” He also noted Israel’s ongoing objective to “complete the job” of destroying all tunnels in Gaza, reporting that 150 km (93 miles) have already been dismantled out of an estimated 500 km.
He outlined a policy stance rooted in economic and security considerations, arguing that even with skepticism, any agreement must prevent Iran from reconstituting enrichment capabilities. Iran’s side has signaled openness to compromises that would deliver economic benefits, with an Iranian diplomat saying a deal could provide mutual gains for both sides. A renewed push for diplomacy has occurred, with a second round of talks between the United States and Iran planned for this week, as Washington has moved to bolster its regional posture, including the deployment of a second aircraft carrier and preparations for a potential sustained campaign if diplomacy fails.
Iranian officials have described the talks as a chance to secure a better path forward, while insisting that sanctions relief must accompany any nuclear concessions. They have argued the ball is in America’s court to show a genuine willingness to make a deal. Observers note that while Tehran has shown flexibility, any agreement will hinge on credible concessions from both sides and the ability to bridge decades of mistrust.
If a deal proves possible, it could reshape regional security dynamics and redefine wariness in the US-Israel-Iran triangle, with negotiators underscoring the need for verifiable dismantling of infrastructure and a robust framework to prevent renewed enrichment.
