*Political source briefing:*
The U.S. is updating Israel on the negotiations over a memorandum of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and to begin talks toward a final agreement on the disputed points.
In his conversation last night with President Trump, the Prime Minister stressed that Israel will maintain freedom of action against threats in all arenas, including Lebanon, and President Trump reiterated his support for this principle.
President Trump made clear that he will stand firm in the negotiations on his consistent demand for the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear program and the removal of all enriched uranium from its territory, and that he will not sign a final agreement without these conditions being met.
The Prime Minister again expressed his appreciation to President Trump for his longstanding and exceptional commitment to Israel’s security.