**Tel Aviv, Israel** – Israel and the United States have inked a comprehensive strategic partnership to strengthen deterrence against Iran and its regional proxies, according to a joint statement released on Tuesday..
The agreement, unveiled after a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, outlines a range of measures aimed at countering the perceived threats posed by Iran. These include:.
* **Enhanced military cooperation:** The US will provide Israel with $3.8 billion in annual military aid over the next decade, an increase of $300 million from the current level. This aid will be used to bolster Israel’s defense capabilities, including its missile defense systems and its ability to strike targets in Iran..
* **Intelligence sharing:** The two countries will establish a joint intelligence task force to share information and coordinate efforts against Iranian threats. The task force will focus on identifying and disrupting Iranian activities in the region, including its support for Hezbollah and other terrorist groups..
* **Diplomatic coordination:** The US and Israel will work together to strengthen diplomatic efforts to isolate Iran and pressure it to change its behavior. This will include working with other countries in the region to build a regional coalition against Iran..
* **Economic sanctions:** The US will continue to impose tough economic sanctions on Iran and its proxies, aimed at crippling their funding and limiting their ability to operate..
* **Cybersecurity cooperation:** The US and Israel will collaborate on cybersecurity measures to protect their critical infrastructure from Iranian cyberattacks..
* **Countering nuclear proliferation:** The agreement reaffirms the US commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, and outlines a range of measures to ensure this goal. These measures include diplomatic efforts, economic sanctions, and military options if necessary..
The new strategic partnership is a significant development in US-Israel relations, and reflects the Biden administration’s commitment to strengthening ties with Israel and confronting the challenges posed by Iran..
In a joint press conference after the signing of the agreement, Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that .
