Trump Commits to Netanyahu: Final Iran Deal to Dismantle Enrichment, Curb Missiles and Proxies

The conversation between the two leaders comes at a critical juncture as the U.S.-Iran diplomatic process enters what President Trump described as an "almost final stage." While the immediate memorandum of understanding serves as a framework to enter formal negotiations and maintain a ceasefire, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) took the unusual step of clarifying that Israel is not a party to this initial MOU. Despite this, Netanyahu expressed significant appreciation for the specific strategic guarantees provided by the American president.

Strategic Guarantees and Red Lines

The commitments detailed by the PMO represent a comprehensive list of Israeli security requirements that have long been at the center of the Jerusalem-Washington dialogue. The demand for the total removal of enriched uranium and the dismantling of enrichment infrastructure aims to ensure that Iran is stripped of its "breakout" capability. Furthermore, the inclusion of missile production limits and the proxy issue addresses the broader "ring of fire" strategy that Iran has employed against Israel through groups like Hezbollah and Hamas.

This development follows a period of intense military pressure. In March 2026, Netanyahu noted that after 20 days of joint U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran's capacity to enrich uranium and produce ballistic missiles had been severely degraded. The current diplomatic push appears to be an attempt to codify these military gains into a permanent international agreement.

Analysis: The Gap Between the MOU and the Final Deal

There is a notable gap in rhetoric between the immediate MOU and the promised "final agreement." Analysts note that while the current memorandum facilitates a 60-day ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, it may not yet include the full dismantling requirements that Netanyahu is now highlighting. By publicizing these commitments, the PMO is effectively setting a public benchmark for the Trump administration, ensuring that any deviation from these terms in the final text would be viewed as a breach of the bilateral understanding.

What It Means for Israel

For Israel, the primary concern remains the permanence of any nuclear restrictions. While the Trump administration has adopted a "negotiating under fire" doctrine—conducting nightly strikes to maintain pressure—the transition to a diplomatic framework carries inherent risks. The Prime Minister’s insistence that Israel is not a party to the MOU preserves Jerusalem's freedom of action, even as it aligns itself with the American diplomatic track. The coming days, which may see a formal signing, will determine if these verbal commitments are translated into enforceable treaty language.