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US President Donald Trump is considering dismissing several senior officials in his administration because of their opposition to a developing agreement with Iran, according to Hebrew media reports on Tuesday.
The Hebrew daily Israel Hayom, citing senior US sources, reported that Trump is reviewing the possible removal of a number of high-ranking figures from the White House and US security and military institutions.
The sources said the main reason behind the move is the officials’ opposition to the emerging agreement with Iran.
According to the report, those whose positions could be at risk include US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and CIA Director John Ratcliffe.
READ: US rejects Israeli request to review Iran agreement memorandum, Hebrew media report
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