The agreement between Iran and the United States to end the conflict in the Middle East was not well received in much of Israel, where many believe that the war must continue, especially against the Shiite group Hezbollah in Lebanon. The preliminary understanding between Washington and Tehran contemplates precisely the cessation of the Israeli offensive on Lebanese territory, which has generated frustration and rejection among some Israelis, who argue that their country should be able to decide where and when to deploy its military operations.