he vast majority of Israel's top military and intelligence leaders reportedly oppose the emerging U.S.-Iran nuclear agreement, arguing it falls short of addressing key threats posed by Tehran and risks undermining leverage gained against the regime.

According to The Jerusalem Post, senior officials within the Israel Defense Forces and Mossad have expressed concerns in private discussions that the framework being negotiated by the Trump administration focuses too narrowly on Iran's nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Israeli security officials had hoped any agreement would also address Iran's ballistic missile arsenal and its network of terrorist proxies, including Hezbollah, Hamas, and other groups that have threatened Israel for years.

Those issues reportedly have been left out of the current framework.

The concerns come as President Donald Trump pushes to finalize a deal designed to end months of conflict and guarantee that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon.

Trump has argued the agreement will stabilize the region, reopen vital shipping lanes, and prevent a broader war.

However, many Israeli security leaders fear the deal could provide Tehran with economic relief without securing broader changes in behavior.

According to the Post, some senior Mossad officials believe continued sanctions pressure could place the Iranian regime in serious jeopardy.

Iran has suffered enormous economic damage from the recent war, combined with the disruption of trade through the Strait of Hormuz and years of sanctions.

Those officials reportedly argue that maintaining maximum pressure could create conditions for internal unrest that could eventually threaten the regime's hold on power.

Instead, they worry that easing sanctions could funnel billions of dollars back into Iran's government, helping it rebuild military capabilities and support regional proxy groups.

The debate highlights a growing divide between Israeli security officials and supporters of the agreement, who argue that preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon should remain the top priority.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not publicly rejected the emerging framework, but he has repeatedly emphasized that Israel will retain freedom of action to defend itself against threats from Iran and its proxies.

Meanwhile, lawmakers in Washington continue to press the administration for more details about the agreement, including enforcement mechanisms and verification procedures designed to ensure Tehran complies with its commitments.