Israel & Scott Bessent
78 shared events · Importance 26 · Last updated Jul 04, 2026
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International
Israel: Israel is involved in a parallel conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, which Iran has made a condition for any peace deal with the United States. Its actions in Lebanon complicate the broader US-Iran negotiations.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, is exploring ways to use frozen Iranian assets to aid Gulf allies, indicating a strategic financial move by the US.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Israel: The modern state of Israel is emphasized by many evangelicals for its biblical significance, which is tied to the religious framing of the war with Iran.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, echoed Donald Trump's religious framing of the airman's rescue, referring to it as an 'Easter miracle' on X.
Apr 05, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Israel: Israel, in conjunction with the United States, launched strikes against Iran and is engaged in an intensifying military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon, contributing to regional instability and the ongoing conflict.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, reassured about the temporary nature of the sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Israel: Israel has been involved in military actions against Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon, contributing to the regional conflict. Its continued presence in southern Lebanon and demands for Hezbollah's disarmament are significant obstacles to a lasting peace deal.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, has stated that Iran will invoice its oil sales in US dollars, indicating a shift in Washington's financial policy towards Tehran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 430 articles
International
Israel: Israel is an ally of the United States and has been involved in strikes against Iran and Hezbollah. While not a direct party to the US-Iran agreement, its actions in Lebanon have complicated peace efforts, and its concerns about Iran's nuclear program are central to the broader negotiations.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, stated that Washington would use money from frozen Iranian accounts to offset damages inflicted by Iran on US allies and any tolls imposed for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
International
Israel: Israel views the US-Iran deal as a strategic setback, as it leaves key security concerns unresolved, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear program and its influence in Lebanon through Hezbollah. Israeli officials have expressed anger and a sense of being sidelined.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that his department would oversee Iran's unfrozen funds in Qatar, ensuring a 'very large percent' would be recycled back into US foodstuffs and medicines.
Jun 11, 2026 · 372 articles
Domestic
Israel: Israel's involvement in the war with Iran contributed to the initial escalation of tensions and the subsequent rise in oil prices.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, warned producers and refiners of potential administrative action if pump prices do not decline sharply.
Apr 20, 2026 · 25 articles
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