Former Israeli minister accuses Netanyahu of humiliating Israel

Former Israeli defence minister Avigdor Lieberman accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of turning Israel into a “banana republic” amid growing criticism of US-led efforts to reach an agreement with Iran.

Speaking to Channel 12’s Meet the Press, Lieberman argued that any deal leaving Iran’s leadership in power would be a “catastrophe” for Israel.

Lieberman also criticised reported provisions of a potential agreement, including the possible release of frozen Iranian assets and the resumption of unrestricted Iranian oil and gas exports.

Asked about US President Donald Trump and Israel’s limited role in some negotiations, Lieberman said Trump had humiliated Israel “with Netanyahu’s blessing”.