How the Iran Deal Affects Israeli Politics and Security Thinking

When thinking about the impact of the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) on Israeli politics and security, the implications in the short to medium term are likely to be most pronounced in the context of US-Israel relations. The focus in this timeframe will be primarily on questions of how the Iran deal is implemented, and this will lead Israeli decision makers to direct their attention to dialogue with the United States. Because the deal suffers from some major holes and vulnerabilities—the result of ambiguity incorporated into the text regarding key verification provi¬sions—questions will arise as to how the P5+1 nations intend to ensure Iranian compliance.